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Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pistachio Shortbread Cookies Recipe

These Pistachio Shortbread Cookies blend buttery richness and nutty flavor, making them a must-try treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness and a tender texture
  • ¾ cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms structure of cookies
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Pistachios Adds nutty flavor and crunch
Optional Enhancements
  • For Dipping Chocolate Choose dark or milk chocolate based on your taste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Brightens cookies with citrus twist

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • sifter
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Sift in the flour and mix until just combined.
  3. Fold in the finely chopped pistachios gently.
  4. Divide the dough, shape into logs, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F, slice logs, and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Cool for about 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to chill the dough for at least 2 hours and monitor baking closely to prevent overbaking.

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