Cranberry-Orange Frosted Shortbread Stars
Cranberry-Orange Frosted Shortbread Stars are a delightful addition to your holiday baking repertoire. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies combine the sweet and tart flavors of fresh cranberries and zesty orange, making them the perfect festive treat. Topped with a smooth frosting, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert table. Gather your loved ones and create these star-shaped delights for unforgettable moments this season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Gradually sift in all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped cranberries and orange zest.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into star shapes and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- For frosting, whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth and spread over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Substitute dried cranberries with dried cherries or apricots for a fruity twist. To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend designed for baking.