Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
Pistachio Shortbread Cookies offer a delightful blend of buttery goodness and nutty flavor that melts in your mouth. These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed with tea or given as thoughtful gifts. With their charming green flecks from pistachios, they add both color and flavor to your dessert table. Indulge in these irresistible treats that are sure to impress family and friends.
- 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
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pulse half of the shelled pistachios in a food processor until coarse; reserve the rest whole.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in flour, salt, ground pistachios, and vanilla until just combined.
- Form small balls of dough on the baking sheet, pressing down slightly and topping each with a whole pistachio.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting pistachios with almonds or walnuts. Chill the dough for an hour before baking for easier handling and enhanced texture.