Pistachio Cream Cookies
These Pistachio Cream Cookies combine the rich flavor of pistachios with creamy cookie dough and chocolate chunks, creating a soft and chewy treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg At room temperature.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Reduce if using salted butter.
- 1/2 cup pistachio spread
- 1 cup chocolate chunks Use any type of chocolate you prefer.
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the pistachio spread, chocolate chunks, and chopped pistachios if using.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Enjoy warm for a gooey texture. For variations, consider adding matcha powder, dried cranberries, or lemon zest.