Cranberry Chewy Cookies Delight (Printable)

Chewy cookies bursting with tart dried cranberries and a hint of vanilla, ideal for a sweet snack.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour

02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar

06 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed

07 - 2 large eggs

08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

09 - 1 cup dried cranberries

10 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

11 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.

03 - Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.

04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

06 - Gently fold in dried cranberries and, if desired, nuts and white chocolate chips.

07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.

08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain slightly soft.

09 - Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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They balance tart cranberries with sweet vanilla in a way that feels like a warm hug.
The chewy texture makes them perfect whether you want a quick snack or a festive dessert to impress.

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Softening the butter without melting is key; it ensures the cookies spread just right and stay chewy.
Folding in the add-ins gently prevents the dough from becoming tough and keeps bites delightful.

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Beat the butter and sugars just until creamy; overbeating can introduce too much air and change the texture.
Using parchment paper rather than greased sheets leads to even baking and easier cleanup every time.