Description
Pistachio Cream Cookies are soft, buttery cookies filled with a luscious pistachio cream. These elegant treats combine the nutty flavor of pistachios with a delicate sweetness, making them perfect for holidays, tea time, or as a luxurious homemade gift.
Ingredients
- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the Pistachio Cream Filling:
- 1/2 cup pistachio butter or paste
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- For Decoration (optional):
- Crushed pistachios for topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Make the Cookies: In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, ground pistachios, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 12–14 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Pistachio Cream: In a small saucepan, melt white chocolate chips with heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in pistachio butter and vanilla extract. Let cool until thickened slightly.
- Assemble: Spread or pipe a layer of pistachio cream between two cookies to form a sandwich. Alternatively, top each cookie with a small dollop of cream and sprinkle with crushed pistachios.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to set the filling.
Notes
- Use roasted, unsalted pistachios for the best flavor.
- If you can’t find pistachio butter, blend shelled pistachios with a bit of oil until smooth.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Chill the dough before baking to help cookies keep their shape.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian