Description
Pistachio Wedding Cookies are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are infused with the rich flavor of roasted pistachios and coated in a light glaze, making them irresistible.
Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup shelled, roasted, and chopped pistachios
Instructions
1- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2- In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until they’re finely chopped, being careful not to over-process them into a paste.
3- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
4- Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
5- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
6- Fold in the chopped pistachios, being gentle to avoid breaking them down further.
7- Scoop the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large open star tip.
8- Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, forming crescent shapes.
9- Chill the shaped cookies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.
10- Bake the chilled cookies for 12-14 minutes, or until they’re lightly golden around the edges.
11- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
12- Once cooled, generously dust the Pistachio Wedding Cookies with powdered sugar, making sure to coat them evenly.
Notes
For a more uniform appearance, you can roll the dough into balls before baking. You can also drizzle the cooled cookies with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
- Prep Time: 60
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American