Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Pistachio Cream Cookies, where the nutty essence of pistachios meets a creamy filling, creating a treat that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. With their vibrant green hue and perfectly balanced sweetness, these cookies are an impressive addition to any dessert table, making them ideal for celebrations or casual gatherings alike. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create these mouthwatering cookies that will surely wow friends and family. Enjoy them with coffee, tea, or as part of a festive dessert platter for a unique twist on traditional treats.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup pistachio paste
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup crushed pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the pistachio paste, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt; gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- For the cream filling, mix additional pistachio paste with softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Once cooled, spread the filling between two cookies to create sandwiches and garnish with crushed pistachios.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg