These Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with sweet-tart cranberries and creamy white chocolate chips.

A perfect treat for holiday baking, cookie swaps, or anytime you’re craving something comforting and delicious.

Why You’ll Love These Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy and soft texture – thanks to hearty oats

Sweet and tart flavors – white chocolate and cranberries are a dreamy match

Simple pantry ingredients – no fancy tools needed

Perfect for holidays – festive, pretty, and crowd-pleasing

Easy to make ahead – dough can be chilled or frozen

Great for gifting – holds up beautifully for shipping or sharing

What You’ll Need (Ingredient Highlights)

All-purpose flour – provides structure

Old-fashioned oats – for chewy texture

Baking soda and salt – for rise and balance

Unsalted butter – softened for creamy richness

Granulated sugar and brown sugar – sweetens and adds moisture

Egg – binds everything together

Vanilla extract – boosts flavor

Dried cranberries – tart bursts of flavor

White chocolate chips – creamy sweetness in every bite

Pro Tips Before You Start

Use old-fashioned oats (not quick oats) for the best chewy texture

Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker, puffier cookies

Spoon and level the flour to avoid dry cookies

Use room temperature butter for easier creaming

Don’t overbake – cookies should look slightly underdone when you pull them out

How to Make Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Cream the butter and sugars
In a large bowl, beat together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add wet ingredients
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Mix dry ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Combine wet and dry
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.

Fold in oats, cranberries, and white chocolate
Stir in the old-fashioned oats, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips by hand.

Chill the dough
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat and prepare baking sheets
Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Scoop and bake
Scoop dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and place on prepared sheets.

Bake for 9–11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

Cool and enjoy
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

What to Serve It With

Hot chocolate, coffee, or tea

Vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert

A glass of cold milk for a classic pairing

Holiday dessert trays alongside other festive cookies

Fruit platters for a lighter contrast

Variations / Substitutions

Swap cranberries for dried cherries or blueberries

Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch

Use dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate for a richer flavor

Add a sprinkle of cinnamon for a warm spice note

Make it gluten-free with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and certified GF oats

Storage & Leftovers

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days

Freezer (Baked Cookies): Freeze for up to 2 months

Freezer (Cookie Dough): Scoop dough balls and freeze; bake from frozen with an extra 1–2 minutes

Reheat: Warm cookies briefly in the microwave for a fresh-from-the-oven feel

FAQs

Can I use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats?
You can, but the texture will be less chewy.

Should I chill the dough?
Yes! It helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much and enhances the flavor.

Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! These cookies are great for sharing.

What’s the best way to store them?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze them for longer storage.

Can I use fresh cranberries instead of dried?
Stick to dried cranberries for the right texture and sweetness balance.

How do I make the cookies chewier?
Use brown sugar generously and don’t overbake them.

Can I add coconut flakes?
Yes! Toasted coconut flakes would be a delicious addition.

Final Thoughts

These Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies combine the best of everything — chewy oats, sweet-tart cranberries, and creamy white chocolate.

They’re festive, easy to make, and perfect for any season. One bite and you’ll be hooked!