Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pistachio Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies are generously filled and topped with rich pistachio cream, complemented by chunks of chocolate and crunchy crushed pistachios. Each bite offers a satisfying combination of textures and tastes, making them an irresistible snack or dessert that will surely impress friends and family alike. Whether you’re planning a gathering or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are quick and easy to prepare, ensuring you can whip up a batch in no time. Get ready to enjoy a unique twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies that will delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 8 tbsp pistachio cream (+ extra for topping)
- 113 g unsalted butter
- 100 g light brown sugar
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 160 g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 100 g chocolate (chopped)
- 45 g crushed pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Mix in the pistachio cream, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped chocolate and crushed pistachios.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on sheets briefly before transferring to wire racks; top with extra pistachio cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Ensure your butter is at room temperature for better mixing. Don’t overmix the dough; this keeps cookies chewy. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies.