Cranberry, Orange and Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

• flour↗2 cups
• baking powder↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• baking soda↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• butter, at room temperature↗3⁄4 cup
• white sugar↗1 cup
• large egg↗1
• orange, zest of (about 2-3 teaspoons)↗1
• dried cranberries (you know, craisins)↗1⁄2 cup
• dark chocolate chips↗1⁄2 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar, beating with an electric mixer until light.

4. 4

   Beat in the egg and orange zest.

5. 5

   With the mixer on low speed, gradually add in the flour mixture, stirring only until just combined.

6. 6

   Stir in the cranberries and chocolate chips.

7. 7

   Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls (about 1 1/4-inch balls) onto the prepared cookie sheets and bake for 9-12 minutes, until the edges are very lightly browned.

8. 8

   Cool for 3-4 minutes on baking sheet then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.