Pistachio Cookies
These nutty, buttery and homemade Pistachio Sandwich Cookies are perfect for celebrations and holiday gifting. These customizable treats with creamy fillings will delight everyone this season!
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter at room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour could add up to 2 cups, if the dough is too sticky
- 1/2 cup ground pistachios or other nuts
To sandwich the cookies:
- 1/2 cup Nutella pistachio spread or chocolate ganache
Instructions
To Make the Cookie Dough
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and powdered sugar for 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until combined.
- Stir in the salt and flour, mixing until just combined. If the dough feels too sticky, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time until a stable dough forms.
- Fold in the ground pistachios.
- (Optional) Chill the dough for 1 hour to ensure the cookies hold their shape during baking.
To Bake the Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape the dough into approximately 1-tablespoon-sized balls and gently press them to flatten slightly. Place them on the baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 14-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake—the cookies should remain pale in the center.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To Assemble the Sandwich Cookies
- Spread or pipe your filling of choice—Nutella, pistachio spread, chocolate ganache, or preserves—onto the flat side of one cookie.
- Top with another cookie to create a sandwich. Repeat until all cookies are assembled.
Video
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Nutrition
Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 514IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
