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Pistachio Wedding Cookies

Pistachio Wedding Cookies: A Light Delight for Every Celebration

Pistachio Wedding Cookies are delightful treats perfect for any celebration, offering a sweet, nutty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios finely ground
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • food processor
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Pour in the vanilla and almond extracts, mixing well until fully incorporated.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Use a food processor to finely grind the shelled pistachios.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then gently fold in the ground pistachios.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while your dough chills.
  8. After chilling, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Once baked, transfer the cookies to wire racks and let them cool.
  11. Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Consider pairing with a cup of hot tea for a comforting snack. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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