Welcome to the delightful world of Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies! These cookies are a perfect blend of nutty goodness and sweet chocolate, making them an irresistible treat. Let’s dive into the simple steps to create these scrumptious delights!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
With their chewy texture and the delightful crunch of pistachios, these cookies will quickly become a favorite. Trust me, the combination of flavors is pure magic!
Tips for Perfect Cookies
Don’t skip the chilling step; it ensures the cookies hold their shape while baking. And remember, a little flake salt on top elevates the flavor to the next level!
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Prepare Pistachios:
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Step 1- Chop Pistachios: Add half of the pistachios (1/3 cup) to a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Set aside. Pulse remaining 1/3 cup just a few times, to chop them. Set aside.
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Step 2- Melt Butter: Melt butter just until barely melted. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
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Step 3- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking soda and salt in a small bowl and set aside.
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Step 4- Mix Wet Ingredients: Mix melted butter and both sugars until well combined. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and stir until combined. Stir in pistachio crumbs.
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Step 5- Combine Mixtures: Add dry ingredients and stir to combine. Stir in most of the pistachios pieces and chocolate--I like to reserve some for topping on the baked cookies hot out of the oven.
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Step 6- Chill Dough: The dough will be soft. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days (or freeze for longer).
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Step 7- Bake Cookies: Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat baking mat. Divide dough into 18 balls (about 60 grams each) and place on a cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-14 minutes or until set on top.
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Step 8- Garnish Cookies: Immediately out of the oven add a few chocolate pieces in each, sprinkle with pistachio, and a tiny pinch of flake salt.
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Step 9- Cool Cookies: Cool for 10-15 minutes on the baking sheet before moving to a wire cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 20g, Protein: 2g
Cooking techniques
Chopping pistachios finely enhances their flavor throughout the cookies. Chilling the dough is crucial for achieving the perfect texture and shape while baking.
Variations or substitutions
You can substitute walnuts or almonds for pistachios if desired. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
Storage tips
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the dough for longer storage and bake fresh cookies as needed.
Notes
These cookies are perfect for gifting during the holidays or any special occasion. Just be mindful of nut allergies when sharing!
