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Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pistachio Shortbread Cookies Recipe

These Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are buttery, nutty, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped pistachios unsalted
Optional Flavor Boosters
  • 1 cup chocolate for dipping
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Sift in the all-purpose flour and mix gently until just combined.
  3. Fold in the finely chopped pistachios until evenly distributed.
  4. Divide the dough into two logs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough is chilling.
  6. Slice the chilled dough into ¼-inch thick rounds and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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