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White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

These White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with sweet and tart flavors. Perfect for any occasion and super easy to make!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets lined with parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Spoon or Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Make White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies: A Simple Method
  1. Start by beating the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries with a spatula.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls onto prepared baking sheets spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
  • Don’t overmix once you add the flour; it keeps the cookies tender.
  • Using parchment paper on your baking sheets prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
  • For extra chewiness, try substituting half the dried cranberries with chopped nuts or seeds.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness.