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Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe

Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful combination of rich dark chocolate chunks, crunchy pistachios, and a hint of sea salt in every bite of these Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly chewy, these cookies are a gourmet treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar 🍯
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar 🍚
  • 1 large egg 🥚
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda 🧂
  • 1/4 tsp salt 🧂

Additional Mix-Ins:

  • 3 oz dark chocolate, chopped into chunks 🍫
  • 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped 🌰
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping ✨

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. Fold in Mix-Ins: Gently fold in chocolate chunks and chopped pistachios.
  5. Shape and Bake: Scoop dough into balls, flatten slightly, sprinkle with sea salt, and bake for 9–11 minutes until golden.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • You can customize these cookies by using different nuts or adding a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.

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