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Pistachio Wedding Cookies

Pistachio Wedding Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Pistachio Wedding Cookies are delightful treats that are perfect for any occasion, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use room-temperature butter for best results.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • ¼ cup Powdered Sugar Essential for a smooth finish.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Almond Extract Optional but recommended.
  • 2¼ cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for lift.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Finely Ground Unsalted Pistachios The star ingredient.
For Dusting
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting after baking.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add vanilla and almond extracts, mixing until well combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually add to wet mixture.
  4. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground.
  5. Fold ground pistachios into the dough carefully.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  8. Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  11. Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
  12. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Letting the dough chill for at least 30 minutes improves flavor and texture. Use softened butter for best results.

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