White Chocolate Chip Cranberry Cookies
A delightful blend of sweet white chocolate and tart cranberries, these cookies offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup Butter, Softened Essential for richness and texture.
- ¾ cup Brown Sugar Adds depth of flavor and moisture.
- ¼ cup Sugar Balances sweetness.
- 1 piece Egg Acts as a binding agent.
- 2 tsp Vanilla Enhances the overall flavor.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups Flour Provides the structure of the cookie.
- 2 tsp Cornstarch Helps achieve a soft, chewy texture.
- 1 tsp Baking Soda For leavening and lift.
Add-ins
- ¾ cup White Chocolate Chips The main sweet element.
- 1 cup Cranberries, Dried Offers a delightful tartness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Ensure that your butter is soft enough to cream but not melted.
- Pre-measure the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips so you can add them quickly later.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until creamy and well combined.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until everything is thoroughly incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries.
Chilling and Baking
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the dough is chilled, use a cookie scoop to form 1½ inch dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies for 11-12 minutes until the edges are set and slightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. For longer storage, refrigerate them, allowing them to come to room temperature before serving.