Description: Soft and chewy cookies studded with creamy white chocolate chunks and tart dried cranberries, perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or as a festive treat.
Recipe:
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chunks or chips
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions:
- Prepare Dough: Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined. Fold in white chocolate and dried cranberries.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Flatten slightly with your palm.
- Cook Cookies: Place cookies in the air fryer basket on parchment paper, leaving space between each. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving. Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie):
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Sodium: 80mg
Notes:
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- These cookies also freeze well—just reheat in the air fryer for a fresh-baked taste.
Let me know if you’d like more holiday cookie recipes or variations! 😊