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Pistachio Wedding Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pistachio Wedding Cookies Delight

Delicate Pistachio Wedding Cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar use coconut sugar for a caramel-like twist
  • 1 pkg pistachio instant pudding mix
  • 2 large eggs beaten, consider flax eggs for vegan option
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped pistachios roasted
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add pistachio pudding mix and 2 beaten eggs and mix until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Gradually add to the wet dough and stir gently until no visible flour remains.
  3. Fold in 1 cup of coarsely chopped roasted pistachios into the dough and mix until evenly distributed.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space for spreading. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers set.
  6. Let cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

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