These pretty pink cookies always turn out so tender. They are the hit of my holiday! -Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Using paper towels, pat chopped cranberries dry; stir into dough. , Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake until lightly browned, 11-13 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip each cookie halfway into the chocolate; place on waxed paper. Sprinkle with walnuts if desired. Let stand until set. Freeze option: Drop cookie dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto baking sheets; cover and freeze until firm. Transfer cookie dough balls to a freezer container. May be frozen for up to 3 months. To use, bake frozen cookie dough as directed, increasing time by 3-4 minutes. Proceed with recipe as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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FRAN JULIE
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover cranberries. They're also a great holiday gift.
Daniel Ifebuche
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for a special occasion. They're so elegant and delicious.
Latoya Surjue
[email protected]These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious!
Rafat Hossain
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious and festive. They're perfect for the holidays.
Moureen Bobidiehard
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're my go-to cookie recipe when I'm in a hurry.
Siyam Mia
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.
Kamrul Rabby
[email protected]These cookies are amazing! I love the combination of chocolate and cranberry.
Keobone Mogapi
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too crumbly for my liking. I think I'll try chilling the dough for longer next time.
Keran Thapa
[email protected]I found these cookies to be a bit dry. I think I'll try adding some extra butter next time.
monique smalling
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.
anto editz
[email protected]I made these cookies for my kids and they loved them. They're the perfect after-school snack.
Ali Bhai bhai
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious! The chocolate and cranberry flavors go so well together.
Why Man
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out great. They're my go-to cookie recipe when I'm craving something sweet.
Mapalo Kapungwe
[email protected]I made these cookies for a Christmas party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Daniel Rothering
[email protected]These cookies were a hit with my friends and family! They're so easy to make and the chocolate and cranberry combination is perfect.