Description
Delightful shortbread cookies infused with crunchy pistachios and a touch of chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, flattening slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Dip the cooled cookies halfway into the chocolate and place them back on the parchment paper to set.
Notes
Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Chop the pistachios finely for even flavor distribution. Use semi-sweet or milk chocolate for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, pistachio, shortbread, dessert