CRANBERRY, ORANGE AND DARK CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

Cranberry, Orange and Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies image

Provided by Mirj2338

Time 40m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup white sugar
1 large egg
1 orange, zest of (about 2-3 teaspoons)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (you know, craisins)
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350F and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar, beating with an electric mixer until light.
Beat in the egg and orange zest.
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add in the flour mixture, stirring only until just combined.
Stir in the cranberries and chocolate chips.
Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls (about 1 1/4-inch balls) onto the prepared cookie sheets and bake for 9-12 minutes, until the edges are very lightly browned.
Cool for 3-4 minutes on baking sheet then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 12, Sodium 64.3, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 5.2, Protein 0.8