St. Pattys Pistachio Pudding Cookies (Print version)

Soft, chewy cookies flavored with pistachios and vanilla, naturally green and festive without artificial dyes.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Pistachio Mixture

04 - 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh baby spinach leaves

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
12 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a food processor, blend 1 cup pistachios with baby spinach until finely ground and vibrantly green.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
04 - In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
05 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
06 - Stir in the pistachio-spinach mixture until evenly combined.
07 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
08 - Fold in chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips if using.
09 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
10 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are still soft.
11 - Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses natural ingredients like pistachios and baby spinach for a vibrant green color.
  • Soft and chewy texture with a hint of vanilla for a classic cookie flavor.
  • Quick and simple to prepare, perfect for anyone celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and includes optional white chocolate for extra indulgence.
02 -
  • Use fresh baby spinach for the best vibrant green color; frozen spinach will be too watery.
  • Chill the cookie dough briefly if your kitchen is warm to prevent spreading during baking.
  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and even baking.
  • Check cookies at 9 minutes to maintain soft centers; baking longer results in crisper edges.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them moist.
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