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Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

Irresistibly Buttery Pistachio Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Delight in these Pistachio Shortbread Cookies, perfect for any occasion with their buttery richness and satisfying crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Shelled Roasted Unsalted Pistachios chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature unsalted butter and granulated sugar, and beat until light and fluffy for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped roasted unsalted pistachios and vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
  5. Portion out dough and roll each into a round ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, they can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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