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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 120 |
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This delicious cookie was inspired by cranberry bars at a popular gourmet coffee shop. Every bite is loaded with cranberries, vanilla chips and macadamia nuts.Joan Stanton, Ellensburg, Washington Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups butter, softened |
1 cup sugar |
1 cup packed brown sugar |
3 eggs |
3 tablespoons grated orange peel |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/2 teaspoon orange extract |
4 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix |
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
2 cups dried cranberries |
1 package (10 to 12 ounces) vanilla or white chips |
1 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, orange peel and extracts. Combine the flour, pudding mix, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the cranberries, chips and nuts.
2. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 10 dozen.
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