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Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

These buttery slice-and-bake cookies are infused with fresh orange zest and dotted with tart dried cranberries. They’re crisp, fragrant, and perfect for cookie exchanges, afternoon tea, or your favorite holiday tin.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

Zest of 1 large orange

2 cups all-purpose flour

¼ tsp salt

¾ cup dried cranberries, finely chopped

Optional: 2 Tbsp orange juice (for extra citrus punch)

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