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Pistachio Cream Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Deliciously soft and nutty pistachio cream cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup pistachio nuts, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a stronger pistachio flavor, add pistachio extract to the dough.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes can help with shaping the cookies.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg