CRANBERRY SPICE TEA COOKIES

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Delicate spice cookies made with Splenda. Perfect for the holidays or anytime. The recipe is from Prevention Magazine.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 1/2 dozen, 54 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup unsalted butter
2/3 cup Splenda granular
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup liquid egg substitute
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°.
  • Spray cookie sheets with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the butter, Splenda and vanilla.
  • With electric mixer, beat on medium until butter is softened.
  • Add egg substitute and orange peel, mixing briefly.
  • Add the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Mix on low speed until dough is formed.
  • Stir in cranberries until blended evenly, taking care not to overmix.
  • Divide the dough in half and roll each into a log about 1-inch in diameter.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and freeze approximately 1 hour, allowing dough to chill.
  • Remove dough from freezer, unwrap and cut into slices about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Place 1-inch apart on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake 8-10 minutes or until lightly browed.
  • Remove to wire rack to cool.

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