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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies: Festive Flavor Bliss

Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies blend buttery richness with a satisfying crunch, making them a perfect holiday treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar preferably no substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract for twist
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free substitute can be used
  • 1 pinch salt omit if using salted butter
For the Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 cup dried cranberries for tartness
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios or substitute with nuts of preference
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest or lemon zest for citrusy touch
For the Drizzle
  • ½ cup white chocolate or dark chocolate for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil to melt chocolate smoothly

Equipment

  • Baking Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • hand or stand mixer
  • spatula
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla extract and optional almond extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add in all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt until just combined.
  5. Fold in dried cranberries, chopped pistachios, and orange zest.
  6. Press the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan and score lightly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes then melt white chocolate with coconut oil for drizzling.
  9. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies and let set before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the cookies rest in an airtight container for 1-3 days before serving.

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