Cranberry lemon cookies

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 2

Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 5

Fold in the dried cranberries (and optional white chocolate chips or nuts, if using).

Step 6

Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.

Step 7

Gently flatten each cookie dough ball with the back of a spoon or your fingers.

Step 8

Bake in the oven at 350°F/175°C for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely