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Cranberry cookie Calories
Sweet processed cookie with cranberries; energy-dense and higher in refined carbs and fat.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cranberry cookie (28 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.2 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cranberry cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 28 g
132
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
19.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 5% · Fat 37%
Cranberry cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (28 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.27 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 90 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Cranberry cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 28 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 14 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 56 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 84 g | 395 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 423 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cranberry cookie
What is a cranberry cookie made of?
A cranberry cookie is usually made with a flour-based dough, sugar, fat, and dried cranberries. Recipes may also include oats, white chocolate, or nuts, but dried cranberries are what give the cookie its characteristic tart-sweet bites.
Can you use fresh cranberries in cranberry cookies?
Yes, but fresh cranberries release more moisture and are much tarter than dried ones. Chop them and pat them dry before folding them into the dough; expect a softer, less uniformly sweet cookie than one made with dried cranberries.
Why are dried cranberries used in cranberry cookies?
Dried cranberries are popular in cranberry cookies because they add concentrated, chewy fruit flavor without releasing much moisture into the dough. Many dried cranberries are sweetened, so the finished cookie can taste sweeter than expected.
Are white chocolate cranberry cookies made with dried cranberries?
Yes, white chocolate cranberry cookies are typically made with dried cranberries. Their tartness contrasts with the sweet chocolate; fold both into the dough near the end so the fruit and chocolate are spread evenly.
Why do cranberry cookies spread too much while baking?
Cranberry cookies often spread when the butter is too warm, the dough is very soft, or the baking sheet is still hot. Chill the dough and use a cool sheet; avoid adding extra flour without checking the recipe, since that can make the cookies dry.
Can you make cranberry oatmeal cookies?
Yes, cranberry oatmeal cookies are a common variation. Rolled oats add a heartier texture, while dried cranberries provide chewy, tart bites; use a recipe written for oats because simply adding them to another dough can make it too dry.
How do you keep cranberry cookies soft?
To keep cranberry cookies soft, take them out when the edges are set but the centers still look slightly underbaked; they firm up as they cool. Store them only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container.
Can you freeze cranberry cookies?
Yes, baked cranberry cookies freeze well in a sealed container. Separate layers with baking paper to prevent sticking, then thaw them at room temperature; you can also freeze portioned cookie dough and bake it later.
How long do cranberry cookies last?
Cranberry cookies keep best in an airtight container at room temperature for several days. Let them cool fully before storing, since trapped steam can make them soggy; freeze them if you need to keep them longer.
Are cranberry cookies healthy?
Cranberry cookies are a sweet baked treat, not a substantial source of fruit. They commonly contain refined flour, sugar, and fat, and dried cranberries may be sweetened too, so enjoy them as an occasional treat rather than a substitute for fresh fruit.
Cranberry cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.59mg · 4% DV
Folate
10.64µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.24µg · 4% DV
Sodium
90mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.59mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
31mg · 1% DV
Cranberry cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cranberry cookie
To burn the 132 calories in 1 piece (medium) (28 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cranberry cookie?
A Cranberry cookie is a sweet baked cookie with dried cranberries folded into the dough, often alongside familiar ingredients such as flour, sugar and butter. It is a popular modern variation rather than a dish with one clearly defined place of origin. The berries bring a tart, chewy contrast to a tender or crisp cookie.
Cranberry cookies are enjoyed with tea or coffee and often appear on homemade cookie plates and festive spreads, particularly in North America. They are energy-dense, with 470 kcal per 100 g, and provide more carbohydrate and fat than protein. For a lighter snack, have one small cookie with unsweetened tea or pair it with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Cranberry cookie?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Cranberry cookie Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Cranberry cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cranberry cookie Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cranberry cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.27g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 67:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (67:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.