{"id":443194,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443194"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cranberries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cranberries\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Delicious Christmas Cookie Recipes with Dried Cranberries You\u2019ll Love to Bake and Share! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>During the holiday season, the aroma of freshly baked cookies can transform any home into a cozy wonderland. Imagine the joy of sharing sweet treats that are not only beautiful but bursting with flavors that celebrate the spirit of Christmas. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these delightful cookie recipes featuring dried cranberries, perfect for any festive gathering!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cranberries\/#Cranberry_Orange_Bliss_Cookies\" >Cranberry Orange Bliss Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cranberries\/#Ingredients_Needed\" >Ingredients Needed:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cranberries\/#Cranberry_Pecan_Shortbread_Cookies\" >Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cranberries\/#Ingredients_Needed-2\" >Ingredients Needed:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cranberry_Orange_Bliss_Cookies\"><\/span>Cranberry Orange Bliss Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5742707\/pexels-photo-5742707.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cranberry Orange Bliss Cookies\" title=\"Cranberry Orange Bliss Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by olia danilevich on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/a-cup-of-mulled-wine-with-fresh-fruits-5742707\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:White\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-bliss-cookies-recipe-starbucks-copycat-1760545469.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Bliss Cookies Recipe (Starbucks Copycat)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/homemadeheather.com\/cranberry-bliss-cookies-recipe-starbucks-copycat\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Bliss Cookies Recipe (Starbucks Copycat)<\/a><\/strong> from Homemade Heather<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 27 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Aquamarine\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-orange-cookies-1760545469.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Orange Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/foodtasia.com\/cranberry-orange-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Orange Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Foodtasia<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (22 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Aquamarine\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/orange-cranberry-bliss-cookies-1760545469.jpg\" alt=\"Orange Cranberry Bliss Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theovenlight.net\/2024\/11\/orange-cranberry-bliss-cookies-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\">Orange Cranberry Bliss Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from | The Oven Light<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 24 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These Cranberry Orange Bliss Cookies are a delightful twist on the traditional holiday cookie. The bright, zesty flavors of orange perfectly complement the tartness of dried cranberries, creating a cookie that\u2019s both refreshing and comforting. Soft and chewy, with a hint of vanilla, these cookies invite you to savor each bite.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_Needed\"><\/span>Ingredients Needed:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup dried cranberries<\/li>\n<li>1 cup white chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>Zest of 1 large orange<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies special is the combination of flavors and textures. The burst of orange zest not only adds a lovely aroma but also enhances the sweetness of the cranberries, making each cookie a little piece of heaven. Baking these cookies fills your kitchen with a warm, inviting scent, reminding everyone that the holidays are here. Plus, the white chocolate chips add a creamy finish, making them even more indulgent!<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re baking for a holiday party or just to enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa, these cookies are sure to be a hit. They also make for a wonderful gift when packaged in a festive tin, allowing you to share the joy of baking with loved ones. Everyone will appreciate the homemade touch, and you might just find yourself making a double batch!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-bliss-cookies-so-easy-and-so-good-one-box-1760545481.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Bliss Cookies!! So easy and so good! One box ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C0PebK8P3oW\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Bliss Cookies!! So easy and so good! One box &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-orange-cookies-recipe-laura-vitale-laura-in-1760545481.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PbxuKn_aBkc\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe &#8211; Laura Vitale &#8211; Laura in &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-first-time-i-made-these-was-obsessed.-i-ate-the-12-the-tray-1760545481.jpg\" alt=\"The first time I made these was obsessed. I ate the 1\/2 the tray ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DBtzYoMRjDl\/\" target=\"_blank\">The first time I made these was obsessed. I ate the 1\/2 the tray &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cranberry_Pecan_Shortbread_Cookies\"><\/span>Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/19132888\/pexels-photo-19132888.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies\" title=\"Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Frank Schrader on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/home-baked-cookies-german-style-spitzbuben-with-marmelade-19132888\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-pecan-shortbread-cookies-1760545475.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.glorioustreats.com\/cranberry-pecan-shortbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Glorious Treats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (7 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 37 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:FloralWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fresh-cranberry-orange-pecan-shortbread-cookies-1760545475.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Cranberry Orange Pecan Shortbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycookiejourney.com\/fresh-cranberry-orange-pecan-shortbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Fresh Cranberry Orange Pecan Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from My Cookie Journey<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (24 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 27 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:MistyRose\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-orange-and-pecan-shortbread-cookies-1760545475.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Orange and Pecan Shortbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxandbriar.com\/cranberry-orange-and-pecan-shortbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Orange and Pecan Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Fox and Briar<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (20 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re a fan of buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, then these Cranberry Pecan Shortbread Cookies are calling your name. With a rich, crumbly texture and the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, these cookies are an elegant addition to any holiday spread. The combination of dried cranberries and crunchy pecans creates a delightful contrast that will leave you wanting more.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_Needed-2\"><\/span>Ingredients Needed:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup chopped pecans<\/li>\n<li>1 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe stands out because of its simplicity and classic appeal. Shortbread cookies are known for their rich, buttery flavor, and the addition of cranberries and pecans takes them to the next level. The nuts add a lovely crunch, while the cranberries provide a sweet-tart pop that contrasts beautifully with the smoothness of the cookie base. They\u2019re perfect for enjoying with tea or coffee, making them a great choice for holiday gatherings.<\/p>\n<p>These cookies don\u2019t just taste amazing; they also look gorgeous on a dessert platter, especially when garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Whether you\u2019re sharing them at a holiday party or wrapping them up as gifts, they\u2019re bound to bring smiles and compliments. Plus, they\u2019re easy to make in large batches, so you can share the love with everyone on your list!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to delight your friends and family with two scrumptious Christmas cookie recipes featuring sweet and tangy dried cranberries that are perfect for baking and sharing this holiday season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546790,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[7803],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-443194","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-christmas-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443194","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=443194"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443194\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546790"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443194"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443194"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443194"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443194"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}