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Pistachio Cookies Recipe

Pistachio Cookies Recipe

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These Pistachio Cookies are a delightful treat with a perfect balance of sweet white chocolate and crunchy pistachios. The hint of pistachio pudding mix adds a unique flavor to these soft and chewy cookies.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3.4 ounces instant pistachio pudding mix (1 box)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
  • 1 egg, room temperature

Mix-ins:

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios
  • Green or blue food color, optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, pudding mix, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: Cream together sugars and butter until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the dry ingredients. Add food color if desired.
  5. Add Mix-ins: Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios. Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat and Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly. Scoop out rounded tablespoons of cookie dough and place on the prepared sheet.

Notes

  • You can use green food color for a more vibrant color.
  • Ensure the dough is well chilled for best results.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.

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Keywords: Pistachio Cookies, Pistachio Pudding Cookies, White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies