Description
These delightful cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with a creamy sweetness, creating an irresistible treat that evokes comforting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the finely chopped pistachios.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Pistachios can be substituted with pecans or walnuts for a different flavor. For a lighter texture, sift the flour before measuring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pistachio cookies, dessert, baking, family recipe, cookies