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Pistachio Pudding Cookies

Chewy Pistachio Pudding Cookies for a Sweet Surprise

Delight in these Pistachio Pudding Cookies, perfect for St. Patrick's Day gatherings. Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, they are a must-try!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can swap for gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups butter softened
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar adds depth and chewiness
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar balances sweetness
  • 1 package pistachio instant pudding mix 3.4 ounces
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for better flavor
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or use dark/white chocolate for variation
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups chopped pistachios for extra crunch
  • gel food coloring for a vibrant green hue

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the pistachio instant pudding mix and blend until integrated.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  8. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look soft.
  10. Allow resting on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the butter is at room temperature, and consider chilling the dough before baking if it spreads too much.

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