Description
Delightful pistachio cookies bring Mediterranean charm to classic dessert traditions. Crisp edges, nutty richness, and delicate sweetness invite you to savor each delectable bite of pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3.4 ounces (96 grams) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
Secondary Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for sprinkling on top
- 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
Garnish:
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped finely
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by adjusting the temperature to 350°F and positioning a parchment-lined baking sheet for optimal cookie placement.
- Transform butter and powdered sugar into a silky, homogeneous mixture using vigorous mixing techniques until achieving a smooth consistency.
- Incorporate pistachio pudding mix and almond extract, blending thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly throughout the dough.
- Gradually introduce flour, gently folding until ingredients merge without overmixing, maintaining a delicate texture.
- Delicately integrate chopped maraschino cherries, ensuring uniform distribution throughout the cookie dough.
- Craft uniform dough spheres approximately one tablespoon in volume, arranging them strategically on the prepared baking surface and applying gentle pressure to slightly flatten.
- Transfer the cookie-laden sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the treats to transform for 10-12 minutes, watching carefully to prevent excessive browning.
- Allow cookies to rest momentarily on the baking sheet, facilitating initial stabilization, then transition to a cooling rack for complete temperature reduction.
- While cookies retain residual warmth, dust their surface with a delicate snowfall of powdered sugar, enhancing visual appeal and adding a subtle sweetness.
Notes
- Substitute almond extract with vanilla for a milder flavor profile if you prefer less intensity.
- Use roasted and finely chopped pistachios as a topping to enhance the nutty texture and provide extra crunch.
- Adjust flour quantity slightly if dough seems too sticky, adding 1-2 tablespoons gradually to maintain moisture.
- Experiment with different colored maraschino cherries to create visually appealing cookie variations for special occasions or holidays.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg