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Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Cookies With Cardamom Orange Glaze 1772021891.6633613

Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Cookies With Cardamom Orange Glaze

  • Author: Liana Brooks
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

These Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Cookies offer a delightful blend of cozy and bright flavors. Soft, chewy oatmeal cookies with cranberries and pecans are topped with a fragrant cardamom-orange glaze, perfect for festive gatherings or a special treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120 g) Rolled Oats: Provides a chewy texture.
  • 1 cup (120 g) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure.
  • 1 tsp (5 g) Baking Soda: Leavening agent for a light texture.
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) Salt: Enhances flavors.
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) Unsalted Butter, Softened: Creates a tender cookie.
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) Packed Brown Sugar: Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness.
  • 1 Large Egg: Binds ingredients and adds richness.
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances flavor.
  • 3/4 cup (120 g) Dried Cranberries, Chopped: Adds tartness and chewiness.
  • 1 cup (100 g) Pecan Halves, Chopped: Provides crunch and nutty flavor.
  • 1 tsp (2 g) Ground Cinnamon: Adds warmth.
  • 1 cup (120 g) Powdered Sugar (for glaze): Base of the glaze.
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice: Adds citrus flavor to the glaze.
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Lemon Juice: Balances glaze sweetness.
  • 1/2 tsp (2 g) Ground Cardamom: Adds aromatic spice to the glaze.
  • Pinch of Salt (for glaze): Enhances glaze flavors.
  • Zest of 1 Orange (for garnish): Adds visual appeal and flavor.
  • Extra Chopped Pecans (for garnish): Adds crunch and texture.

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Cream Butter & Sugars: Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Egg & Vanilla: Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in cranberries and pecans.
  7. Scoop & Bake: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. Cool Completely: Cool cookies on sheets for 5 minutes, then on a wire rack.
  10. Prepare Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, cardamom, and salt.
  11. Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and sprinkle with pecans and orange zest.

Notes

For a chewier cookie, use rolled oats and avoid overmixing the dough. Toasting pecans enhances their flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 80 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: oatmeal cookies,cranberry,pecan,cardamom,orange,glaze,baking,cookies,holiday,dessert

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