Prepare to revolutionize your cookie game with a recipe that's about to become your new obsession! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a decadent symphony of rich dark chocolate, crunchy pistachios, and a tantalizing whisper of sea salt that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight. Imagine biting into a perfectly crisp yet chewy cookie that offers a luxurious blend of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors - this is gourmet baking at its finest, and you won't believe how easy it is to create these restaurant-worthy treats right in your own kitchen!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 18 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- Fleur de sel for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in dark chocolate chunks and chopped pistachios using a spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Sprinkle each cookie with a small pinch of fleur de sel before baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and egg for smoother, more evenly mixed dough
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chunks for richer flavor
- Toast pistachios lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty taste
- Sprinkle fleur de sel just before baking for the most vibrant salt crystals
- Don't overbake - cookies will continue setting as they cool
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and professional-looking results
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
