Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Pistachio Pudding Cookies. These soft and chewy treats are bursting with the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios, complemented by creamy white chocolate chips. Their vibrant green hue adds a fun twist, making them perfect for any occasion—be it festive gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. With a straightforward recipe that uses simple ingredients, even novice bakers can achieve cookie perfection. Enjoy these sweet bites fresh from the oven or share them as thoughtful gifts. Whether paired with milk or served warm with ice cream, these cookies are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Ingredients
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- 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 3.4 ounces instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- Green or blue food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy (about 3 to 5 minutes).
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract; beat until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. If desired, add food coloring for a deeper hue.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before scooping rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 12-14 minutes or until cookies are set but not overly browned on top.
- Press additional white chocolate chips into the tops while warm and allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (38g)
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 83mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 16mg