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Pistachio Cream Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies with a delightful pistachio cream filling that are perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base

  • 180 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 115 g unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
  • 100 g brown sugar
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100 g semi-sweet or dark chocolate (roughly chopped)
  • 50 g unsalted pistachios (shelled and roughly chopped)

Pistachio Filling

  • 150 g pistachio cream spread Frozen until solid

Topping

  • Flaky salt For sprinkling

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Line a plate with parchment paper and pour the pistachio spread on top, spreading it into a thick sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour or overnight until solid.
  • Get a cutting board or plate lined with parchment paper for chilling your cookie dough. Set it aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cookie Dough

  • In a larger mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth.
  • Add in the egg and vanilla extract, whisk until combined.
  • Dump the flour mixture into the butter mixture and whisk until barely mixed, leaving some flour patches.
  • Gently fold in the chopped chocolate and pistachios using a spatula.
  • Use a 4-tablespoon scoop to form dough balls and place them on your lined board. Chill in the fridge for about an hour.

Baking

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Flatten a dough ball, place your frozen pistachio cream in the center, and wrap the dough around it securely.
  • Place the stuffed balls on your baking sheet, adding extra chocolate chunks and pistachios on top.
  • Bake for 11-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Sprinkle with flaky salt and let cool for 5 minutes.

Notes

Serve warm with a glass of milk or coffee. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to a month.
Keyword Baking, Chewy Cookies, Cookie Recipe, Pistachio Cream Cookies, Pistachio Desserts