Description
Indulgent pistachio pudding cookies bring Mediterranean charm to classic American baking, blending nutty richness with sweet comfort. Sweet pistachio notes dance through each tender morsel, inviting you to savor a delightful culinary escape.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 package pistachio pudding mix (3.4 ounces / 96 grams)
Flour and Leavening Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Nuts:
- 1 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy release and cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip softened butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and airy, creating a fluffy base for the cookies.
- Incorporate the pistachio pudding mix thoroughly, then add eggs and blend until the mixture is smooth and well-integrated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour and baking soda, then gradually fold into the wet ingredients, mixing gently to avoid overworking the dough.
- Delicately fold chopped pistachios into the cookie dough, distributing them evenly to ensure a nutty crunch in every bite.
- Scoop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for proper spreading during baking.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges while maintaining a soft center.
- Remove cookies from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling, which helps develop their final texture.
Notes
- Experiment with different pudding mix flavors to create unique variations, like vanilla or cheesecake, for a surprising twist on the classic recipe.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and create thicker, more structured cookies with a richer flavor profile.
- Toast the pistachios lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add a deeper, more complex taste to the cookies.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 147 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg