Description
Pistachio Cream Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavor of pistachios with a soft, buttery texture and creamy frosting. These visually stunning cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a quiet afternoon snack. With their vibrant green color and unique taste, they are sure to impress anyone who tries them. Easy to prepare, these cookies will become a favorite in your baking repertoire!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios, finely chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until creamy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla until well combined.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, and chopped pistachios until just mixed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- While cookies cool, whip cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth; spread on cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg