Serving Details
- Yields: 12-15 cookies
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Recipe Description
These elegant cookies combine the flavors of sweet cranberries and nutty pistachios. They’re perfect for a holiday gathering or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Stir in the pistachios and cranberries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
- For a stronger pistachio flavor, use pistachio paste instead of chopped pistachios.
- You can add other dried fruits, such as cherries or blueberries.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per cookie):
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 50mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 2g
