White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies (gluten free)

caitlinbrae — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 10:56:00 +0000

White chocolate cranberry cookies are soft, chewy and absolutely delicious. They are made from a mixture of oat flour and almond flour making them naturally gluten free!

Why you’ll love these white chocolate chip cookies

Cranberry white chocolate cookies are the perfect cookies to make for the holidays. Since they are studded with red cranberries and white chocolate chips, they make the best festive treat! Bring these cookies to your next holiday party or family gathering (or make them for yourself!). If i’m being honest, these cookies are really great to make year around. They are soft, fluffy, and only require simple ingredients. So if it’s not holiday season, you can still whip up these tasty treats! Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this holiday cookie recipe.

These cookies come together in just a few minutes plus 10-12 minutes of baking time

White chocolate chip cranberry cookies are perfect to make for the holidays!

They are made from oat flour and almond flour making them wholesome and gluten free.

These cookies can we stored in the freezer.

White chocolate cranberry cookies are naturally gluten free.

They look so festive studded with the red cranberries and white chocolate chips

Ingredients needed for white chocolate cranberry cookies

For this cookie recipe, you will need some basic cookie ingredients plus a few festive add in’s (cranberries and white chocolate chips). Definitely take a look at the ingredient breakdown below!

Oat flour and almond flour are the the two main flours we are working with. Both of these flours are naturally gluten free! Make sure you are using finely ground flours to ensure your cookies have a fluffy texture. I do not recommend substituting any other flours.

Baking soda helps puff up these cookies and give them structure. We will be using 1/2 teaspoon.

Next up, just a pinch of salt! Salt helps enhance and bring all the flavors together.

One egg helps to bind all the ingredients together. A room temperature egg works best as it blends nicely into the batter.

Butter is the baking fat we are working with. You can also used refined coconut oil but please note these cookies may have a slight coconut taste.

Coconut sugar and maple syrup are the two sweeteners we are working with. Both of these natural sugars add the perfect amount of sweetness. Coconut sugar adds a great overall sweetness and maple syrup adds chewiness.

Just a splash of vanilla extract to enhance and bring all the flavors together.

Lastly, the two main events: dried cranberries and white chocolate chips! We will be mixing in 1/2 cup of each to make the best white chocolate chip cranberry cookies. You can add more or less depending on your preference.

How to make white chocolate and cranberry cookies

With the holidays right around the corner, these are the perfect cookies to whip up!

Firstly, you’ll want to combine all your dry ingredients in a medium bowl: oat flour, almond flour, baking soda and salt.

Secondly, in a large sized bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: egg, butter, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined.

Now, fold in the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients just until combined. Then fold in the white chocolate and cranberries.

Then, using a cookie scoop or a small spoon, scoop 16-18 cookies onto your baking sheet. Feel free to press extra cranberries and white chocolate into the top of each cookie.

Finally, bake these cookies for 10-12 minutes and enjoy! Store left over cookies in an airtight container.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oat flour can I use?

I recommend using a finely ground oat flour. If you oat flour is too thick or grainy it won’t result in fluffy cookies.

Should I use blanched almond flour?

Yes! Blanched almond flour is key. Along with the oat flour, you want your almond flour to be finely ground. Blanched almond flour typically has a fine texture which makes it great for baked goods.

Can I make these cookies in advance?
Yes, follow the instructions below. Once the cookies have fully cooled, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Can I make homemade oat flour?

Definitely! As mentioned, just make sure it is very finely ground. The texture should resemble regular white flour. If you haven’t made your own oat flour before, it is super simple! Just add oats to a high speed blender and blend until the oats form a fine flour.

How to store white chocolate chip cranberry cookies

These cookies are best when they are stored in an airtight container. Feel free to leave them on the counter at room temperature for a few days or store them in the fridge for a week.

Additionally, these cookies are freezer friendly! Store cookies in a freezer friendly bag for 3 months (who doesn’t love having yummy treats on hand)! To enjoy these cookies out of the freezer, simply defrost them at room temperature (or in the microwave) and enjoy!

Other cookie recipes you’ll love

Best Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies – chocolate chip cookies made with white whole wheat flour

Healthy Butter Pecan Cookies – these cookies are for all my butter pecan lovers

Chewy Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies – super chewy and moist paleo chocolate chip cookies are a crowd favorite!

Coconut Flour Candy Cookies – another festive favorite are these candy cookies made with coconut flour

Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Cookies – almond butter oatmeal cookies are another oat flour cookie you’re going to love

Did you make these holiday cookies?

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