Cranberry Orange Shortbread Stars

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Stars - A Delicious Holiday Treat!
Looking for a festive and delicious holiday treat? Look no further than Cranberry Orange Shortbread Stars! These buttery, crumbly cookies are bursting with the flavors of tart cranberries and sweet oranges, making them the perfect addition to any holiday dessert table.

To make these delightful cookies, you'll need the following ingredients:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped

To start, cream together the butter, sugar, salt, and orange zest until light and fluffy. Gradually add in the flour, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped cranberries.
Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Cranberry Orange Shortbread Stars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a buttery, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. They're sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering!
Type: Holiday Cookies

Ingredients:

- Butter
- Sugar
- Orange zest
- Flour
- Dried cranberries

Cooking Tips:

- Chill the dough before rolling it out to make it easier to work with.
- Don't overwork the dough - it should be just combined.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.