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Pistachio Wedding Cookies

Pistachio Wedding Cookies: A Delightful Simple Bake for All

Delight in these Pistachio Wedding Cookies, a perfect blend of nutty flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, ideal for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Creates the rich, creamy base that ensures a lovely texture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness and tenderizes the cookie.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Adds to the melt-in-the-mouth quality.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Adds a lovely nutty depth.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure to the cookie.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup ground pistachios, shelled, unsalted Infuses cookies with nutty flavor.
For Dusting
  • powdered sugar For dusting the finished cookies.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Food Processor
  • Parchment Paper
  • baking sheets

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the softened butter with granulated and powdered sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  2. Add vanilla and almond extracts to the mixture, stirring until just combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing on low speed.
  6. Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop and roll dough into 1-inch balls, placing them on the prepared sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool the cookies on a wire rack.
  11. Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar.
  12. Serve and enjoy your delicious Pistachio Wedding Cookies!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened not melted and chill the dough for best results. Experiment with different flavors for unique variations.

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