Best 2 Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Cookies Recipes

When the cold weather hits, there's nothing quite like a warm, delicious cookie to warm your heart and soul. And when it comes to cookies, cranberry pecan oatmeal cookies are a classic for a reason. With their chewy texture, sweet and tangy cranberries, and crunchy pecans, these cookies are the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know to create the perfect batch of cranberry pecan oatmeal cookies.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY PECAN OATMEAL COOKIES

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I needed a new holiday cookie, so I tweaked an old 4-H recipe. This updated oatmeal cookie with cranberries and nuts is my family's all-time favorite. -Tammy Hoggatt, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy; beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in remaining ingredients., Drop by tablespoonfuls 1 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until light golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY PECAN OATMEAL COOKIES

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We love anything cranberry and these cookies are by far the best oatmeal cookies I have ever had. They are quick, easy and a single recipe makes at least 4 dozen 2-3 inch cookies. They are perfect for the little helpers to assist with in the kitchen. They would also be great for cookie exchanges and I think Santa may even find a...

Provided by Jody Ayers

Categories Fruit Desserts

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 stick butter at room temperature
1 c firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 c granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
3 c quick oats
1 c dried cranberries
1 c pecan pieces
1-2 Tbsp fresh orange zest

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Cream butter and sugars together until creamy.
3. Add eggs and Vanilla and mix well. Meanwhile, in another bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
4. Slowly add dry ingredients to creamed sugar and egg mixture and mix well.
5. Add oats, cranberries, pecans and orange zest. Mix together until well combined.
6. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet (I line mine with parchment paper or use silicone mat). Bake 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
7. Cool 1-2 minutes on the cookie sheet and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

Use fresh, plump cranberries. Fresh cranberries will give your cookies the best flavor and texture.
Chop the pecans finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cookies.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

These cranberry pecan oatmeal cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give these cookies a try!