CRAN-ORANGE OATMEAL COOKIES

Cran-Orange Oatmeal Cookies image

Dried cranberries, coconut and orange makes this crisp, chewy oatmeal cookie a real standout.-Ellen Woodham-Johnson, Matteson, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons orange extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange zest and extract. , Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the oats, cranberries and coconut. Shape into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 375° for 11-13 minutes or until bottoms are browned. Remove to wire racks. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.