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Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies Recipe

Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these delectable Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies for a delightful treat. These cookies are a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors, with a chewy texture that will leave you craving for more.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup chopped shelled pistachios (unsalted or lightly salted)
  • Flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, honey, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
  4. Add pistachios: Fold in chopped pistachios.
  5. Form cookies: Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls, place on baking sheets, flatten slightly, and sprinkle with sea salt.
  6. Bake: Bake for 9–11 minutes until golden. Cool on baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toast the pistachios before adding to the dough.
  • These cookies are soft and chewy with a touch of sweet and salty, perfect with tea or coffee.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 95 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg