Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the cranberries and walnuts.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie (approx. 12 cookies per batch):
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy
- Sweet and tangy
- Festive and flavorful
User Comments:
- "These cookies are the perfect holiday treat! They're so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
- "The combination of cranberries and walnuts is delicious. I love how the tartness of the cranberries balances out the sweetness of the cookies."
- "These cookies are so soft and chewy, and the flavors are amazing. I'll definitely be making them again!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheet instead.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies, or they will become dry and hard.
