Description
Indulgent Pistachio Cream Cookies blend Mediterranean charm with classic comfort, offering a delicate balance of nutty richness and sweet sophistication. Crumbly, buttery cookies paired with smooth pistachio cream promise a delightful escape for cookie enthusiasts seeking elegant dessert moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (50g) finely ground pistachios
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Seasoning:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream softened butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a light base for the cookie dough.
- Incorporate vanilla extract and salt, blending thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly throughout the mixture.
- Gradually fold in flour and finely ground pistachios, stirring until the ingredients form a cohesive, soft dough with a delicate nutty texture.
- Encase the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavor and firm up the texture.
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for even cooking.
- Roll the chilled dough to a thin 1/4-inch thickness and use a circular cookie cutter to create uniform rounds.
- Arrange cookie rounds on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for minimal spreading during baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn a delicate golden brown, indicating a perfectly crisp texture.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool completely on a wire rack to ensure structural integrity.
- Whip pistachio butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into a smooth, creamy filling.
- Adjust the filling’s consistency by adding a tablespoon of heavy cream if it seems too dense.
- Generously spread the pistachio cream on one cookie’s surface, creating a luxurious sandwich base.
- Gently press a second cookie on top, forming an elegant sandwich with a rich pistachio center.
- For an optional decorative touch, roll cookie edges in crushed pistachios or drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for extended freshness up to a week.
Notes
- Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent spreading and maintain the cookie’s delicate shape during baking.
- Use finely ground pistachios for a smoother texture and more intense nutty flavor in the cookie base.
- Adjust the filling consistency by adding cream gradually to achieve the perfect spreadable texture without becoming too runny.
- Create gluten-free alternatives by substituting all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg