cranberry cookies

(4 RATINGS)
52 Pinches
Ft. Pierre, SD
Updated on Sep 17, 2012

This recipe was given to me by my grandmother..I have added the coconut to it...You can make them with or without it..I just think it adds another layer of flavor to the cookie...I am asked every Thanksgiving to bring these cookies.

prep time 2 Hr 30 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake
yield 2 to 3 dozen

Ingredients

  • 2 sticks butter, softened
  • 11/2 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 1/2 cups flour, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 3/4 cup coconut

How To Make cranberry cookies

  • Step 1
    Cream butter and sugar together until light and creamy. Gradually add milk, vaniila, flour and salt. Lightly beat. Add cranberries and pecans.
  • Step 2
    Form cookie dough into 2 logs. Brush each log with water and roll each in coconut, pressing lightly so it will stick.
  • Step 3
    Chill dough for 2 hours. Slice into thin slices with a serrated knife. Bake at 375 degrees for twelve minutes or until edges are golden. Remove to a wire rack tto cool.

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Category: Cookies
Keyword: #Cranberry
Ingredient: Fruit
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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