Frosted Cranberry Drop Cookies

Name: Frosted Cranberry Drop Cookies
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 2-1/2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cranberries; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 1/3 cup butter; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 to 4 tablespoons hot water

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:15min

I started making these treats after tasting a batch my friend whipped up. I immediately requested the drop cookie recipe and have been baking them by the dozens ever since. The icing is an ideal complement to the tart berries in the cookies. —Shirley Kidd, New London, Minnesota

Updated at: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:08:13 GMT