Hearty Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies: A Sweet Treat | Kerry Cooks

Ingredients

• 1 cup Shortening
• Alternative: Butter for a richer flavor, but not dairy-free
• 1 1/2 cups Ultra fine baker's sugar
• Alternative: Regular granulated sugar can be used
• 1/2 cup Brown sugar
• Alternative: Coconut sugar for a more caramel-like taste
• 2 large Eggs
• Alternative: Use flax eggs for a vegan alternative
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
• Alternative: Whole-wheat flour for a healthier option
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp Allspice
• Alternative: Mix of nutmeg and cloves can be used
• 3 cups Oats
• Alternative: Old-fashioned or quick oats are both fine
• 1 cup Cranberries
• Alternative: Dried cherries or raisins as a substitute