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Pistachio Pudding Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Pistachio Pudding Cookies for Every Celebration

Delight in soft, chewy Pistachio Pudding Cookies, perfect for celebrations with festive flavors and textures.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups light brown sugar gently packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
  • green food coloring optional
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios chopped
For Optional Variations
  • almond extract substitute for vanilla
  • semiswewt or milk chocolate chips alternative to white chocolate
  • crushed nuts or dried fruits for added flavor and texture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pistachio Pudding Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
  7. Scoop out balls of dough, placing them 2-3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Measure flour correctly to avoid dry cookies. Ensure butter is at room temperature for softer cookies. Leave space between cookie dough balls for spreading. Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain freshness.

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