Pistachio Butter Cookies with Sea Salt
Pistachio Butter Cookies with Sea Salt are a delightful treat that perfectly balance the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with a hint of sea salt. These cookies boast a soft texture with a slight crunch, making them an irresistible addition to any dessert table. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, they are not only easy to make but also visually appealing with their vibrant green hue.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Gradually add this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced two inches apart. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until golden around the edges. Allow cooling on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg