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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

A delightful treat featuring crunchy pistachios and tart cranberries, perfect for holidays or tea time.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz white chocolate
  • 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, powdered sugar, almond extract, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the flour, salt, and orange zest, mixing until well combined.
  4. Fold in the dried cranberries and chopped pistachios.
  5. Roll the dough into logs, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. Slice the logs into cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the cookies while they cool.
  9. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can be frozen for longer storage.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cookies, shortbread, cranberry, pistachio, holiday baking