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Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies: Easy Holiday Treats to Love

Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies

Delight in these simple and festive Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies, perfect for your holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup additional powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the cranberries and pecans.
  6. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
  9. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, consider adding orange zest to the dough.
  • These cookies can also be made with walnuts instead of pecans.

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Keywords: Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies, Holiday Treats, Christmas Cookies