Pistachio Cream Cookies
Delightful cookies featuring a nutty flavor, smooth texture, and vibrant green color, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Butter should be creamy and spreadable.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup pistachio cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Measure carefully to avoid dense cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Garnish
- 0.5 cup finely chopped pistachios For topping the cookies.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the pistachio cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Crack in the egg and mix until the batter is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Baking
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Slightly flatten each cookie with the bottom of a glass or your palm.
- Sprinkle finely chopped pistachios on top for garnish.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Notes
For added flavor, consider adding a splash of almond extract or finely ground pistachios. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.