Irresistible Pistachio Wedding Cookies Recipe Perfect for Bridal Showers Recipe
These Irresistible Pistachio Wedding Cookies are a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for bridal showers and special occasions. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients and finely chopped pistachios, these cookies offer a subtly sweet and nutty flavor with a soft, pale green hue. Easy to prepare and bake, they provide an elegant twist on classic wedding cookies with a delightful pistachio crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup finely chopped unsalted pistachios
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Food coloring (optional, for soft green tint)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Pistachios: Finely chop the unsalted pistachios by hand or pulse them briefly in a food processor until they are small but not powdered, ensuring a pleasant crunchy texture in the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter with 1/2 cup powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes. Then, add vanilla extract (and almond extract if using) and mix well to combine the flavors evenly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry ingredient mixture into the creamed butter and sugar, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough. Fold in the finely chopped pistachios gently.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a smooth ball. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies turn a light golden brown while the tops remain pale, indicating delicate doneness.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sieve for the signature sweet finish.
Notes
- For a nutty flavor variation, substitute pistachios with pecans or walnuts.
- Use gluten-free flour as a substitute if you need a gluten-free version of these cookies.
- If you want a subtle green color, add a few drops of food coloring to the dough, but the natural pistachio color is elegant and attractive on its own.
- You can mix the dough by hand if you don’t have an electric mixer, but be prepared for a bit more effort.
- These cookies are best served completely cooled to allow flavors to meld and achieve the perfect texture.
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