18+ Recipe For Holiday Frosted Cranberry Cookies With Craisens You Won't Believe The Taste!

What You'll Need

For the cookies:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup craisins

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red food coloring (optional)
- Additional craisins for decoration
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Fold in the dried cranberries and craisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. While the cookies are cooling, make the frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Add in the milk and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to give the frosting a festive touch. Once the cookies are completely cooled, use a knife or frosting bag to frost the cookies. Top each cookie with a few additional craisins for decoration. These holiday frosted cranberry cookies with craisins are the perfect addition to any holiday dessert spread. They are sure to impress your guests with their festive appearance and irresistible flavor. So why not add this delicious treat to your holiday baking list and spread some holiday cheer with your loved ones? Happy baking!