Step 1: Make the Dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
2. Add the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
3. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing on low speed until the dough comes together. The dough may look crumbly at first—keep mixing until it forms a ball.
4. Fold in the chopped dried cranberries using a spatula.

Step 2: Chill the Dough
5. Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to firm up. This makes it easier to roll and cut.

Step 3: Roll and Cut the Cookies
6. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
8. Use a cookie cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into your desired shapes (circles, squares, or rectangles).
9. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between them.

Step 4: Bake the Cookies
10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. The cookies should remain pale on top.
11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 5: (Optional) Add a White Chocolate Drizzle
12. Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
13. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cookies or dip one end of each cookie into the chocolate. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.