Description
These Pistachio Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies are a perfect balance of nutty richness and sweet chocolate indulgence. Soft, chewy, and bursting with pistachio flavor, these cookies are sure to be a standout in any cookie jar!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 package (3.4 oz) pistachio pudding mix (instant)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-Ins:
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (optional for extra crunch)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. -
Mix the dry ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. -
Cream the butter and sugars:
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and pistachio pudding mix until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. -
Incorporate eggs and vanilla:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract. -
Combine dry and wet ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. -
Add chocolate chips and pistachios:
Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios (if using) until evenly distributed. -
Shape the cookies:
Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. -
Bake:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look just set. Do not overbake; the cookies will continue to cook as they cool. -
Cool:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra crunch, include the chopped pistachios.
- If you like a stronger pistachio flavor, try adding a bit of pistachio extract or using pistachio-flavored baking chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg