Description
These Homemade Pistachio Wedding Cookies are the perfect treat for special occasions, especially weddings! Buttery, crumbly, and loaded with the nutty flavor of pistachios, these cookies melt in your mouth. Dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, they’re a delightful and festive dessert that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped (or ground)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Coating:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
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Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Mix the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar using an electric mixer or hand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using) and mix until combined.
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Add Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the finely chopped pistachios (or ground pistachios) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Form the Cookies:
- Using a tablespoon or your hands, roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
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Bake the Cookies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The cookies should remain pale in color.
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Cool and Coat:
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar, coating them lightly.
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Serve:
- These delicate cookies are perfect for weddings, holidays, or any special occasion! Serve them in elegant trays or gift boxes for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- To make these cookies ahead of time, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- You can grind the pistachios to a finer texture if you prefer a smoother dough.
- For an extra festive touch, you can lightly toast the pistachios before chopping them to bring out more of their nutty flavor.
- These cookies can be stored in the fridge for a longer shelf life or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg