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    Home » Recipes

    Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies with White Chocolate and Pistachios

    December 7, 2021 *Updated* December 7, 2021 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 91 Comments

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    My favourite Christmas cookie! These Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies are studded with white chocolate and pistachios.

    An easy to make chewy oatmeal cookie recipe with holiday flavours. Perfect for cookie swaps.

    Oatmeal Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies piled on a table.

    In 2015 I took part in a food blogger cookie swap raising money for the charity Cookies for Kid’s Cancer. These were the cookies I made and shipped out to my secret recipients. They were a hit!

    Note to go with the cookies when they are shipped.

    What a fun year that was. I also received lots of delicious goodies in the mail from the other participating bloggers.

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    There are certain things that are a must at Christmas in our house.

    • Christmas Morning Sandwiches have been a family tradition for decades.
    • Homemade Cranberry Sauce with bourbon and maple syrup made with fresh cranberries.
    • Rum and Eggnog Coffee Latte for present wrapping and movie watching.
    • Bourbon Fudge for stocking stuffers.

    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for these oatmeal cranberry cookies can be found at the bottom of this post.

    When it comes to holiday baking, the more I can make ahead of time the better. In fact, I love to freeze some of my delicious delights so they all don’t get eaten before the festivities begin.

    This Cookie Recipe Needs:

    • Butter
    • Brown Sugar
    • Eggs
    • Rolled Oats
    • All-Purpose Flour
    • Salt
    • Baking Powder
    • Dried Cranberries
    • White Chocolate Chips
    • Pistachios

    All the basics of a good cookie recipe.

    Oatmeal cookies with cranberries and white chocolate cooling on a rack.

    The Best Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

    I do love a good oatmeal cookie recipe. Some people prefer crispy cookies. I prefer chewy cookies. These cookies with cranberries will not disappoint. Be sure to check the recipe card for full instructions.

    If you can mix and dump, bake these cookies!

    • Preheat your oven and get your baking pans ready.
    • Combine the oats, flour, salt and baking powder in a bowl.
    • Cream the butter, sugar and eggs.
    • Add the dry mixture (gradually you want to mix it well).
    • Combine the cranberries, nuts and white chocolate chips.
    • Drop the cookie dough by spoonfuls onto the baking sheets.
    • Bake, cool and eat!

    Drop cookies are the best. No chilling, no rolling, and no decorating. The flavour speaks for itself.

    YES I consider white chocolate as chocolate (although I know lots of people, including my daughter that beg to differ). Check out these White Chocolate Popcorn Balls!

    A pile of cranberry oatmeal cookies and Christmas presents on a table.

    Recipe Tips/Substitutions

    • Dried cranberries can be replaced with raisins, currents or dried blueberries.
    • Pistachios can be swapped out with pecans, macadamia nuts, walnuts or almonds.
    • Regular or large flake oatmeal works great in these cookies. Instant oatmeal will not work.
    • White chocolate chips can be replaced with chopped white chocolate bar pieces, or even white baking chocolate.
    • I always like to lightly toast nuts before adding to any recipe. Brings out a wonderful flavour.
    • You can line your baking pans with parchment. Makes for easy cleanup and no worries of the cookies sticking to the pan.
    • I just use a large spoon to drop the cookies with. You can always use a small cookie scoop.
    • These cookies can be made ahead of time and kept in the freezer until ready to devour. Be sure they are in a sealed container or freezer bag. I like to place them on a tray in a single layer for about an hour before placing into the container. This stops them from sticking together in the container.

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    FAQ

    Are dried cranberries sweetened?

    Most all store-bought varieties are sweetened with sugar. You can also make your own dried cranberries from fresh berries.

    How to soften dried cranberries for baking?

    Not necessary, but if you prefer you can rehydrate them by covering them with water and place them in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds. Let stand for a few minutes and pour off the water. Your cranberries will be plump and ready to use.

    Need a few more recipes using dried cranberries? I have some delicious suggestions right here:

    • Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Donuts
    • Holiday Croissants
    • Turkey Wraps
    • Festive Crunchy Granola
    • Apple Cottage Cheese Smoothie
    • Apple Chickpea Salad
    • Soft Chewy Granola Bars
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    Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies For Christmas

    These Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies have all the colours of Christmas. Perfect for the holiday treat tray.
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    Course: Dessert, Seasonal
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: Holiday Cookie Tray
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes
    Total Time: 27 minutes
    Servings: 36
    Calories: 137kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • ⅔ cup butter (softened)
    • ⅔ cup brown sugar (packed)
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 ½ cups rolled oats
    • 1 ½ cups flour (all purpose)
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 cup dried cranberries
    • 1 cup white chocolate chips
    • 1 cup pistachios (toasted and chopped)
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350º F.
    • Combine oats, flour, salt and baking powder in a bowl and set aside.
    • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
    • Beat in eggs.
    • Add flour mixture (mixing until well combined).
    • Add cranberries, white chocolate chips and nuts.
    • Drop by spoonfuls onto non greased cookie sheets.
    • Bake for approximately 12 minutes until golden.
    • Cool on baking racks.

    Toasting Nuts

    • I find the easiest way is to place the nuts in a non-stick frying pan and cook on medium heat just until you can smell them. They burn quickly, so be careful.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 89mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg

    Notes

    Looking for more cookie ideas…try Peanut Butter Reverse Chocolate Cookies
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    Comments

    1. Karen

      December 29, 2021 at 9:40 am

      Do these cookies stay soft and chewy after baking?
      The recipe I use now the cookies turn crunchy on day 2 after baking ~ Thank you

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 30, 2021 at 9:38 am

        If you keep them in a really good sealed container that helps keep them chewy.

    2. Natalie

      December 20, 2021 at 10:15 am

      Amazing cookies Gloria. I love added white chocolate. Gives such a nice holiday vibes to the cookies. I have to bake them. Yum.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 22, 2021 at 9:11 am

        These are one of my favourite cookies for the holidays. ENJOY!

    3. Elena

      December 19, 2021 at 11:54 pm

      These cookies are my new favorites, there is so much texture in every bite. I’ll be making another batch soon!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2021 at 9:14 am

        I love all the textures and tastes in this Christmas cookie.

    4. Chandice Probst

      December 19, 2021 at 11:53 pm

      These cookies have all the best flavors of winter… So yummy and so easy too!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2021 at 9:14 am

        I can enjoy these Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies all year long.

    5. Liz

      December 19, 2021 at 8:21 pm

      I love making cranberry oatmeal cookies for the holidays! The red color adds a festive touch! Thanks for the share!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2021 at 9:15 am

        You are very welcome. Enjoy these holiday cookies.

    6. Ramona

      December 19, 2021 at 5:24 pm

      Wow, these oatmeal cranberry cookies look super delicious and very flavorsome. Thank you for sharing this recipe, I cant wait to give them a go!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2021 at 9:15 am

        I know they will be a hit in your house….they sure are in mine.

    7. Marie

      December 19, 2021 at 3:47 pm

      I love pistachios, cranberries, and white chocolate together! Such a pretty flavor and color combo! I was just looking around to add a new cookie to my holiday lineup and this is it. Everyone’s gonna love them!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2021 at 9:16 am

        All the flavours and colours of the holidays in one delicious bite.

    8. Loreto and Nicoletta

      December 19, 2021 at 9:20 am

      I love these clunky hearty cookies. Lovely flavors and texture, perfect with a nice tea or coffee or like I do it, a huge glass of milk. Great work for a wonderful cause! Good on you!
      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2021 at 9:17 am

        Hoping you have a wonderful holiday season….and eat lots of cookies.

    9. Linda

      December 19, 2021 at 12:15 am

      Love the addition of pistachios in these cookies!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 19, 2021 at 9:01 am

        Me too, they really work well in these cookies.

    10. Brianna

      December 18, 2021 at 9:51 pm

      Soft,chewy and easy to make! Made these for a cookie swap and they were a hit.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 19, 2021 at 9:02 am

        I have to agree, these are the perfect cookie for the Christmas cookie swap.

    11. Healing Tomato

      December 18, 2021 at 4:43 pm

      Oatmeal is such a delicious cookie ingredient. Your cookies look so interesting and delicious. Must bake it right away

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 19, 2021 at 9:02 am

        Hope you give these Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies a try soon.

    12. Mikayla

      December 18, 2021 at 4:16 pm

      This cookie baked up beautifully and tasted like the perfect holiday party cookie.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 19, 2021 at 9:03 am

        I love this cranberry cookie recipe for the holidays.

    13. Sharon

      December 18, 2021 at 9:46 am

      These oatmeal cookies are full of holiday flavor! I really love the addition of white chocolate and pistachios.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 19, 2021 at 9:03 am

        This cookie has all the colours of the holiday in one bite.

    14. Jill

      December 10, 2021 at 10:38 am

      I participated in this exchange in 2013! Now I want to re-write my own post.
      Excited to try your cookies too. Love the flavor combination.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 10, 2021 at 1:01 pm

        Those cookie exchanges were fun for sure. It’s nice to reflect on what we sent and make them all over again. ENJOY!

    15. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

      December 10, 2021 at 9:26 am

      I hardly ever use pistachios in cooking so I can’t wait to try this. They look totally irresistable though!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 10, 2021 at 1:04 pm

        I happen to think they most certainly are. ENJOY!

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