These White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are a delicious combination of sweet white chocolate and tart dried cranberries in every bite. These easy cookies have a soft, chewy texture and are perfect for holiday baking, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea.

 

Whether you’re baking for Christmas, a special occasion, or just looking for a delicious gluten free cookie recipe, these White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are sure to be a favourite.

They’re easy to prepare and packed with festive flavour, making them a wonderful addition to your holiday dessert table.

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To make these white chocolate cranberry cookies, I started by dumping some Golden Crisco, light brown sugar and granulated sugar into a large mixing bowl.

I used an electric mixer to cream these ingredients together.

Then I added an egg, some orange juice and vanilla extract to the bowl.  

I continued mixing with the electric mixer.

Then I added some Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free all purpose flour blend, salt, baking soda and xanthan gum to the bowl. 

I mixed with the electric mixer until all of the ingredients were fully combined.

Then I added some white chocolate chips and dried cranberries to the bowl.

I used a rubber spatula to stir the white chocolate chips and cranberries into the cookie dough.

Then I used a 1 tablespoon scoop to drop the cookie dough onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet leaving at least two inches between the balls.

I placed the baking sheet in the oven and baked the cookies until they were golden brown around the edges.

I removed the baking sheet from the oven and allowed the cookies to cool on the pan for a couple minutes.

Then I used a spatula to transfer them to a cooling rack to finish cooling off.

These White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are an easy and delicious treat that brings together the perfect balance of sweet white chocolate and tart cranberries. They make a wonderful addition to a Christmas cookie tray, holiday dessert table, or cookie exchange.

If you’re looking for an easy gluten free cookie recipe that everyone will enjoy, be sure to give these White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies a try. Bake a batch to share with family and friends, or keep a few on hand for a sweet treat whenever the craving strikes!

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Ingredients You'll Need to Make these White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies:

• ⅔ cup Butter Flavoured Crisco
• ¾ cup light brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg, large
• 2 tablespoon orange juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend
• 1 ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• ¾ cup dried cranberries

How to Make White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies:

1. Preheat oven to 350F.
2. Dump Crisco, brown sugar and granulated sugar into a large mixing bowl.
3. Cream the ingredients together using an electric mixer until no large lumps remain.
4. Add the egg, orange juice and vanilla extract to the bowl. Continue mixing with the electric mixer.
5. Add flour, salt, baking soda and xanthan gum to the bowl. Mix with the electric mixer until ingredients are fully combined.
6. Add the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries to the bowl. Use a rubber spatula to stir the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries into the cookie dough.
7. Drop dough onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet using a 1 tablespoon scoop or roll cookie dough into balls approximately one inch in diameter and place on baking sheet leaving at least two inches between the balls.
8. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges. 10-12 minutes.
9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the pan for a couple minutes before using a spatula to transfer them to a cooling rack on the counter to finish cooling off.
10. Serve and enjoy!

FAQs:

Can I use fresh cranberries in white chocolate cranberry cookies?

Dried cranberries are generally the best choice for these cookies because they provide concentrated sweetness and a chewy texture. Fresh cranberries contain much more moisture and may change the texture and baking time.

What kind of white chocolate is best for cranberry cookies?

White chocolate chips are a convenient choice, but you can also use chopped white chocolate baking bars. Choose a good-quality white chocolate that you enjoy eating for the best flavour.

How do I keep white chocolate cranberry cookies soft?

Avoid overbaking the cookies. Remove them from the oven when the edges are set and the centres still look slightly soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.

Can I freeze white chocolate cranberry cookies?

Yes, these cookies can be frozen. Allow the baked cookies to cool completely, then place them in an airtight freezer-safe container. Separate layers with parchment paper and freeze for up to several months for the best quality.

Can I freeze white chocolate cranberry cookie dough?

Yes. Scoop the prepared cookie dough into individual portions and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm, then transfer the portions to a freezer-safe container or bag. Bake from frozen or allow them to thaw according to your recipe instructions.

How should I store white chocolate cranberry cookies?

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. For the best texture and flavour, enjoy them within several days.

Can I make these cookies with another type of chocolate?

Absolutely! White chocolate is delicious with cranberries, but you can experiment with milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips for a different flavour combination.

Are white chocolate cranberry cookies good for Christmas?

Yes! The combination of white chocolate and cranberries makes these cookies especially popular for Christmas baking, holiday cookie trays, and cookie exchanges. They also make a lovely homemade gift for friends and family.

What can I serve with white chocolate cranberry cookies?

These cookies are delicious with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or a glass of milk. They also make a wonderful addition to a holiday dessert platter alongside other Christmas cookies and treats.