Get ready to transform your baking game with these irresistible Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies that will make your taste buds dance with delight! Imagine a perfect blend of rich, buttery cookie dough studded with decadent chocolate chips and crunchy, nutty pistachios that create a symphony of flavors in every single bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious kitchen newbie, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality cookies right from the comfort of your own home - and trust us, these aren't your ordinary chocolate chip cookies!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 30 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set properly.
- For extra flavor, toast the pistachios lightly before chopping and adding to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture.
- For a gourmet touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of cookies right after baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 84kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 4mg
