Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies. These chewy, nutty treats are sure to become a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup shelled roasted pistachios, chopped
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, honey, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. Gradually add them to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
- Form and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheets. Flatten slightly and bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden. Sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use raw honey for a more pronounced floral flavor.
- Toast the pistachios for extra depth.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
