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easy orange cranberry ricotta cookies
Faiza Shabir

Easy Orange Cranberry Ricotta Cookies

These Easy Orange Cranberry Ricotta Cookies are soft, fluffy, and bursting with bright citrus flavor. The creamy ricotta keeps them incredibly moist, while sweet-tart cranberries add the perfect pop in every bite. They’re light, bakery-style cookies that feel fancy but are super simple to make at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray.
  2. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add ricotta, egg, vanilla, orange zest, and juice, then mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir until combined.
  6. Fold in dried cranberries evenly.
  7. Scoop dough onto baking tray, spacing cookies apart.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and tender.
  • Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor.
  • You can add a light glaze for extra sweetness.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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