Pistachio Snowball Cookies with White Chocolate
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pistachio Snowball Cookies with White Chocolate. These tender, buttery cookies are packed with crunchy pistachios and creamy white chocolate, creating a perfect treat for any occasion. With their gorgeous presentation and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are sure to become a favorite at gatherings. Simple enough for novice bakers, each bite is like a cozy hug that warms your heart.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shelled pistachios (finely chopped)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and finely chopped pistachios.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter blend until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but soft in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes for better shape retention while baking.- Feel free to substitute pistachios with walnuts or almonds for a different nut flavor.- For an added twist, sprinkle some sea salt on top of melted white chocolate before it sets.