Cranberry Orange Pistachio Cookies
Cranberry Orange Pistachio Cookies are the perfect blend of tart and sweet flavors, combining dried cranberries, zesty orange, and rich pistachios for a delightful treat.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened should be creamy
- 1 cup granulated sugar sweetening the mixture
- 1 large egg to bind ingredients
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest for citrus aroma
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
- 2 cups all-purpose flour for structure
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder for fluffiness
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
- 1 cup dried cranberries for tangy flavor
- 3/4 cup chopped pistachios for nutty flavor and crunch
- optional extra sugar for rolling for a sparkling finish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until fluffy and light, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the egg, fresh orange zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped pistachios.
- If the dough feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop or your hands, scoop dough balls about 1.5 inches in size.
- Optionally, roll the balls in additional sugar before placing them on the baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Slightly flatten them with your fingers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For flavor, consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg. Bake slightly less for chewy cookies. You can also drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra treat.