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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

Delicious Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies to Indulge in

Indulge in sweet and salty Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
For the Mix-ins
  • 0.75 cup dried cranberries
  • 0.75 cup roasted unsalted pistachios

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cream 1 cup of softened unsalted butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually add ½ cup of powdered sugar and mix until fully combined and airy.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in ¾ cup of dried cranberries and ¾ cup of roasted, unsalted pistachios.
  7. Shape the dough into logs or balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  9. Bake cookies for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden and firm.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for better texture. Do not overmix to maintain tenderness.

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