Creating Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in Cranberries and Chips: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips if using.
7. Scoop Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

By following these steps, you’ll create a batch of incredible cookies that are sure to impress your family and friends.