Cranberry Bliss Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened.
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2 cups white granulated sugar.
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2 eggs.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 teaspoon orange extract.
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1 teaspoon orange zest.
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1 teaspoon baking powder.
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1 teaspoon salt.
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
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3 cups all-purpose flour.
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1 cup white chocolate chips.
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3/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped.
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened.
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3/4 cup powdered sugar.
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1/2 teaspoon orange extract.
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1 tablespoon milk or cream.
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1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped for garnish.
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1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted for garnish.
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Orange zest for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, extracts, and zest.
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Mix dry ingredients separately, then combine with wet ingredients. Stir in chips and cranberries.
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Scoop onto lined sheets. Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden.
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Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, orange extract and milk until smooth.
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Frost cooled cookies. Drizzle with melted white chocolate, sprinkle with cranberries and zest.
# Notes:
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Can chill dough 20-30 minutes for thicker cookies.
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Dough can be made 2 days ahead.
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Can freeze unbaked cookie balls.
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Use cookie scoop for even sizing.