Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Pistachio Shortbread Cookies, where rich butter meets the nutty crunch of pistachios for a treat that melts in your mouth. Perfect for afternoon teas, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet snack during your day, these cookies can be customized with a decadent chocolate dip for that extra touch of elegance. With their buttery flavor and satisfying crunch, they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sticks salted butter (227g, room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (120g)
- 4 oz dark chocolate (113g)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, soften the room-temperature butter and combine it with sugar until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour to create a crumbly mixture, then bring it together into a smooth dough.
- Fold in two-thirds of the chopped pistachios, reserving the rest for topping.
- Shape the dough into a log, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 340°F (170°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the chilled dough into rounds and bake for 12-18 minutes until golden brown on the edges.
- Once cooled, dip half of each cookie in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with reserved pistachios.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Chill the dough to maintain shape while baking. Feel free to substitute other nuts if desired.