Pistachio Cream Cookies
Pistachio Cream Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with a soft, creamy texture. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual snacking. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip these up quickly, impressing family and friends alike. Each bite offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that balances sweetness with the unique essence of pistachios.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and chopped pistachios. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg