Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies: A Festive Delight for the Holidays
Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly combines buttery goodness with the tartness of cranberries and the crunch of pistachios. These festive cookies are not only easy to make but also visually stunning, making them an ideal addition to holiday gatherings or as thoughtful gifts. Their vibrant colors and unique flavor profile will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with a warm cup of tea, these cookies are sure to become a cherished part of your holiday baking tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/3 cup pistachios, chopped (unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt, then gradually add this to the butter mixture while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and pistachios. If using cornstarch for extra crispness, add it now.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg