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Pistachio Wedding Cookies: The Perfect Treat for Your Big Day Recipe

The Perfect Treat for Your Big Day Recipe
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Delight your guests with these elegant Pistachio Wedding Cookies, perfect for weddings and special occasions. These tender, buttery cookies are infused with a subtle almond flavor and feature finely ground pistachios for a nutty crunch. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they are a charming and delicious treat for your big day.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Pistachios

  • 1 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios, finely ground

Finishing

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. This step ensures a smooth texture for the cookies.
  2. Add the Extracts: Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts until just combined to infuse the dough with delicate flavors.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
  4. Grind the Pistachios: Using a food processor, pulse the shelled, unsalted pistachios until finely ground but not turned into a paste, to add a subtle nutty texture to the cookies.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Pistachios: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture on low speed until just combined. Then fold in the ground pistachios gently to avoid overmixing.
  6. Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours to firm up, which helps with shaping and enhances flavor.
  7. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  8. Shape the Cookies: Remove the dough from the refrigerator, roll into 1-inch diameter balls, and place them on prepared baking sheets leaving about 1 inch of space between each ball for spreading.
  9. Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden, indicating they are perfectly cooked.
  10. Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents soggy bottoms.
  11. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once completely cooled, generously dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a beautiful, festive finish.
  12. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, maintaining their freshness and flavor.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use high-quality pistachios and fresh extracts.
  • Chilling the dough is essential to maintain cookie shape and texture.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • To grind pistachios evenly, pulse in food processor in short bursts to avoid turning into paste.
  • If you desire, substitute almond extract with an equal amount of vanilla extract for a milder flavor.

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