These cranberry cookies are not just delicious snacks; they also have a unique story. It is said that on a sunny afternoon, a chef was making cookies and accidentally spilled some cranberries. Without paying much attention, he placed the cookies in the oven. When he took out the freshly baked cookies, he was pleasantly surprised to find that the cranberries had turned into little stars on top of the cookies! This unexpected event brought him joy and excitement, so he decided to embrace this wonderful coincidence. Since then, cranberry cookies have become a beloved treat for everyone, each one carrying the chef’s smile and creativity. When you taste these cookies, you can also experience the fun and luck associated with this interesting story, as if having an intimate encounter with it.
Ingredients for Cranberry Cookies：
| Butter | 50g |
| Sugar | 40g |
| Egg | 20g |
| Low-gluten flour | 100g |
| Cranberry | 60g |
Step:
1.Prepare a clean and large bowl to mix all the ingredients. Then, add softened butter at room temperature and white sugar into the bowl. Stir until well combined, and the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and the color turns white. This process requires patience and attention to ensure that all the sugar is fully dissolved in the butter, resulting in crispy cookies. Once the butter-sugar mixture presents an enticing pale yellow color, you can proceed to the next step.
2.Add the beaten eggs into the mixture and stir until well incorporated. Next, add the all-purpose flour and chopped dried cranberries into the butter-sugar-egg batter. Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula or mixing stick until everything is well mixed and forms a soft dough. Place the dough on a cutting board and push it forward with the base of your palm, spreading it outwards and gradually squeezing out the air. Then, shape the dough into a log with a diameter of approximately two centimeters and refrigerate for at least an hour. After chilling, take out the dough and slice it into small pieces, around five millimeters thick. Place them on a baking sheet.
3.Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius and place the baking sheet inside. Bake for 20 minutes. This temperature and time will help achieve the ideal color and texture for the cranberry cookies. While baking, observe the oven carefully to avoid burning or overcooking. If using a smaller oven, you may need to adjust the temperature and time accordingly to ensure the cookies are thoroughly baked and acquire a golden, inviting hue. Once the cookies are baked, promptly remove them from the baking sheet and transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely, enhancing their crispiness and deliciousness. If you prefer a softer texture, you can store the cookies in a sealed bag after they have cooled and enjoy them the next day.
Tips:
1.The dried cranberries can be slightly chopped, which will enhance the texture of the cookies.
2.Cut them evenly into slices about 5 millimeters thick, then place them on the baking sheet. Be careful not to arrange them too closely together, leaving some space between each slice to prevent them from sticking together after baking.
These petite cookies are delicately adorned with ruby-like cranberries, as if mischievous little elves hiding inside. With a gentle bite, you’ll experience the crispness of the cookie combining with the tangy sweetness of the cranberries, creating a unique gustatory feast. Each cranberry brings a delightful surprise, as if playing around and bringing joy and whimsy to your taste buds.