Looking for a chewy oatmeal cookie recipe with a fruity twist? These Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies made with Cranberry Pomegranate Sugar are bursting with bright berry flavor, natural sweetness, and hearty oats. The perfect balance of tart dried cranberries, rich brown sugar, and fruity infused sugar makes these cookies a standout dessert for any occasion—from holiday platters to everyday snacking.
Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberry Pomegranate Sugar
Makes: 36 cookies
Ingredients:
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 jar Cranberry Pomegranate Sugar (about ¾ cup)
- 2 eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 6 oz dried cranberries, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C).
- In a small bowl, soak chopped dried cranberries in water to soften. Set aside while you prepare the dough.
- In a large bowl, mix together butter, applesauce, brown sugar, Cranberry Pomegranate Sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in rolled oats and drained cranberries.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until cookie tops are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Why Use Cranberry Pomegranate Sugar?
Lesley Elizabeth’s Cranberry Pomegranate Sugar adds a unique burst of tangy berry flavor to every bite. It enhances the natural tartness of dried cranberries and balances the hearty oats and rich brown sugar perfectly. This is not your average oatmeal cookie—this is a gourmet experience.
Make It Your Own:
- Swap in Blueberry Honey Sugar and blueberries for a fun variation.
- Add white chocolate chips or chopped nuts for texture.
- Try making cookie bars instead of drop cookies for an easy traybake dessert.
Whether you're baking for a holiday cookie exchange or just need something sweet and wholesome, these Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious way to showcase our flavored sugars.
Want more baking inspiration? Check out our full collection of sweet and savory ideas on the Lesley Elizabeth Recipes blog.