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White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies

White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies: A Chewy, Festive Treat

Delight in these White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies, a perfect blend of creamy chocolate and crunchy nuts, ideal for festive occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • ¾ cup Unsalted Butter best at room temperature
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar provides moisture and caramel flavor
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar balances sweetness
  • 1 Large Egg room temperature for better emulsification
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract enhances flavor
  • cups All-Purpose Flour main structure of cookies
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for a chewier texture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda for lift
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder additional structure
  • ½ teaspoon Salt balances flavors
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon adds warmth and spice
For the Mix-Ins
  • 5 ounces Unsalted Pistachios toasted and roughly chopped
  • 4 ounces White Chocolate Bar can be replaced with other chocolates

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture.
  4. Gently fold in chopped pistachios and white chocolate, reserving some for topping.
  5. Using a cookie scoop, portion out dough balls onto baking sheets, spacing them apart, and press reserved toppings on each ball.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  7. Let cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are simple yet luxurious, making them perfect for any occasion. For thicker cookies, chill the dough before baking.

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