Pistachio Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar
tightly packed
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ cups gluten free flour
or all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
- 3 tbsp pistachios
shells removed
- ½ cup chocolate chunks
- sea salt
to garnish
Directions
- 1
First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2
In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the cold butter, sugar, and light brown sugar. Beat for 3 minutes or until no clumps of butter remain.
- 3
Add in the egg. Stir to combine.
- 4
Then, add in the flour, baking soda, and matcha powder. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- 5
Fold in the shelled pistachios and chocolate chunks.
- 6
Use a cookie scoop to scoop balls of dough onto the lined pan. Space at least 3 inches apart.
- 7
Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middles still look soft.
- 8
Finally, remove from the oven. Garnish with sea salt. Allow the cookies to cool for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
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About this Recipe
Craving a cookie that's as festive as it is delicious? These Pistachio Cookies are the answer, delivering chewy, gooey, and chocolaty perfection with a beautiful natural green hue that brightens any celebration.
What truly sets these cookies apart is their incredible simplicity. Made in just one mixing bowl and requiring no dough chilling, you can go from craving to warm cookies in remarkably little time. The thoughtful blend of pistachios, rich chocolate, and a hint of matcha creates a unique flavor profile that's both comforting and exciting.
Prepare for a truly delightful cookie experience. Each bite of these Pistachio Cookies offers a wonderfully chewy interior balanced by slightly crisp edges. You'll savor the sweet notes of brown sugar, the earthy depth of pistachios, and the subtle, verdant essence of matcha, all complemented by generous pockets of melted chocolate chunks. The naturally green color makes them an instant showstopper, perfect for capturing the spirit of any holiday or special occasion.
Customization & Variations
Easily adapt these Pistachio Cookies to suit your pantry or dietary needs. If you don't require a gluten-free option, feel free to use all-purpose flour in place of the gluten-free flour blend. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chunks, such as dark chocolate for a richer flavor or milk chocolate for extra sweetness.
These festive cookies are ideal for making any occasion special, from St. Patrick's Day and Easter to birthdays and Christmas. They're wonderful served with a warm cup of coffee or as a delightful treat after any meal.