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Pistachio Cookies
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Instructions
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With the paddle attachment of a stand mixer cream butter until light and fluffy.
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Add in brown sugar and white sugar and continue to mix until well incorporated.
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Add in egg and vanilla and continue mixing until well blended.
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In a separate bowl whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
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Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture mixing after each addition until all the flour is incorporated.
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Add in pistachios and food coloring, mix gently on low.
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Lay out a piece of wax paper on a flat surface. Scoop the dough into the center of the wax paper. Use the wax paper to help roll the dough into a long shape with a diameter of about 2 inches.
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Wrap the dough in the wax paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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To bake-
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Preheat the oven to 350
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Slice the cookie dough into ¼- ½ inch slices.
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Place dough slices on prepared cookie sheet a couple of inches apart.
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Bake for 10-14 minutes or until they are a very lightly golden brown around the edge and appear dry in the center.
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Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheet before removing and allowing to cool completely on a wire rack.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Pistachios First 🥜Lightly toast shelled pistachios in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes before grinding to intensify their natural flavor and create a richer, more aromatic cookie dough.
- Room Temperature Butter is Essential 🧈Ensure butter is soft but not melted (around 70°F) for proper creaming with sugars, which creates the light, tender shortbread texture these delicate cookies require.
- Use Food Coloring Sparingly 💚Add just 1-2 drops of gel food coloring at a time to achieve an authentic pale pistachio green without overmixing the dough, which can develop gluten and toughen the cookies.
- Chill Dough Before Shaping ❄️Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before scooping or rolling to prevent spreading during baking and ensure crisp edges with a tender center.
- Extract Flavoring Trick 🌟Add almond extract gradually—start with ½ teaspoon and taste, as it's potent; too much will overpower the delicate pistachio flavor and create a marzipan-like taste instead.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
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Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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