White chocolate cranberry cookies bring together two contrasting flavors that make every bite interesting: creamy sweetness from white chocolate and a bright, slightly tart taste from dried cranberries. These cookies are easy enough for everyday baking but special enough for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, and homemade gifts. Their soft texture, chewy center, and colorful appearance make them a reliable favorite when you want a treat that feels a little more distinctive than a classic chocolate chip cookie.

Yummy Mummy Cookies Recipe | Hersheyland

Ingredients

2/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
2 tsps vanilla extract
2 eggs
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 cup HERSHEY'S Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 to 2 packages HERSHEY'S Premier White Creme Chips (12 oz each)
1 to 2 Tbsps shortening (do NOT use butter, margarine, spread or oil)
HERSHEY'S Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (additional for garnish)

White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies for Any Occasion The appeal of these cookies comes from the balance between rich and fruity flavors. White chocolate adds a smooth, buttery sweetness, while dried cranberries provide a pleasantly tangy contrast. For extra texture, chopped pecans or walnuts can be folded into the dough, although the cookies are equally enjoyable without nuts. A small amount of vanilla and a pinch of salt can also sharpen the overall flavor without overpowering the main ingredients. For the best results, avoid overbaking the cookies. Taking them from the oven when the edges are lightly golden and the centers still look slightly soft helps preserve a chewy texture as they cool. Chilling the dough before baking can also help the cookies hold their shape and develop a richer flavor. These simple details can make a noticeable difference in the finished batch.

Instructions

Step 1
Beat butter, sugar and vanilla in large bowl until creamy. Add eggs; beat well. Combine flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda; gradually add to butter mixture, beating well. Stir in 1 cup small chocolate chips. Refrigerate dough 20 minutes or until firm enough to handle.
Step 2
Heat oven to 350°F. For mummy body, roll 1 tablespoon dough into 3-1/2 inch long carrot shape; place on ungreased cookie sheet. For head, roll 1 teaspoon dough, roll into ball the size of a grape; press onto wide end of body. Repeat procedure with remaining dough.
Step 3
Bake 8 to 9 minutes or until set. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely.
Step 4
Microwave 2 cups (12 oz pkg.) white creme chips and 1 tablespoon shortening in microwave-safe pie plate or shallow bowl at Medium (50%) 1 minute; stir. If necessary, microwave at Medium an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted.
Step 5
Place 1 cookie at a time on table knife or narrow metal spatula. Spoon white creme chip mixture over just the top of cookie to coat; place on wax paper. (If mixture begins to thicken, return to microwave for a few seconds). Melt additional chips with shortening, if needed for additional coating. As coating begins to set on cookies, use toothpick to score lines in body and on face to resemble mummy. Place two small chocolate chips on each for eyes. Store, covered, in cool dry place.

White chocolate cranberry cookies are a wonderful example of how a few familiar ingredients can create a dessert with plenty of personality. The combination of creamy white chocolate, tart cranberries, and a soft, chewy cookie offers enough contrast to keep every bite interesting. Whether served with coffee, packed into a lunchbox, or arranged on a holiday dessert table, they bring a warm homemade touch to almost any occasion. What makes these cookies especially appealing is their flexibility. You can add toasted nuts for crunch, adjust the amount of cranberries for a stronger fruit flavor, or keep the recipe simple for a classic combination. With careful baking and a little attention to texture, a basic cookie dough becomes a treat that looks festive and tastes thoughtfully made.