Description
Mouthwatering Pistachio Wedding Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of pistachios with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for weddings and special occasions. These elegant cookies, dusted with powdered sugar, create a stunning addition to any dessert table. Their nutty crunch and tender crumb make them irresistible and memorable for your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can easily whip up a batch of these sophisticated cookies to elevate any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup coarsely chopped pistachios (raw or lightly salted)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chopped pistachios until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are slightly golden. Cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg