Description
Pistachio Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, merging the nutty flavor of pistachios with rich chocolate chips. Each bite offers a perfect balance of soft, chewy texture and delightful crunch, making these cookies an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup pistachio cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in pistachio cream until well combined; then add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped pistachios gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
Notes
- Chill the dough before baking if you prefer thicker cookies.
- Experiment with dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips for different flavor profiles.
- For added richness, consider using homemade pistachio cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg