Pistachio Cream Cookies Recipe
Delicate and nutty soft-baked cookies filled with creamy pistachio cream, perfect for pistachio lovers seeking a rich, flavorful treat with a tender texture.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 27 mins
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pistachio cream (store-bought or homemade)
Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure even baking and easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, which usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a smooth and creamy base for the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms without overmixing to maintain tenderness.
- Form Dough Balls with Filling: Scoop out portions of dough, flatten each slightly, and place a small spoonful of pistachio cream in the center. Carefully fold the dough around the filling to seal it completely, then roll gently into a ball shape to encase the cream.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the filled dough balls spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet, allowing room for slight spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cookie edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Cool: Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- If you prefer, make your own pistachio cream by blending roasted pistachios, sugar, and a bit of oil until smooth.
- Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and tender.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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