Cranberry Orange Melt Aways

Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Cranberry Orange Melt Aways, a delicate combination of zesty citrus and tart cranberries in a soft, buttery cookie that truly lives up to its name. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are made with an ultra-tender dough featuring powdered sugar and cornstarch for a velvety texture, while finely chopped dried cranberries and fresh orange zest add bursts of tangy flavor. Finished with a luscious orange glaze and a sprinkle of citrus zest, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a simple baking process, this recipe is perfect for festive gatherings, holiday cookie exchanges, or whenever you crave a sweet, citrus-kissed indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 226 grams unsalted butter
• 60 grams powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 35 grams cornstarch
• 75 grams dried cranberries
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 120 grams extra powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons orange juice (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon orange zest (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar together with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Finely chop the dried cranberries and fold them into the dough along with the tablespoon of orange zest. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Form the dough into small balls, roughly 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Using the bottom of a glass or your palm, gently flatten each ball slightly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the glaze, whisk together the extra powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 10

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and top with a sprinkle of orange zest for garnish.

Step 11

Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before serving or storing. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3702.7

Total Fat 196.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 500.4mg	0%
Sodium 71.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 473.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 239.6g
Protein 28.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108.0mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 520.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.8%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 50.2%