Pistachio Pudding Cookies
Chewy pistachio pudding cookies with a subtle nutty flavor and soft texture, perfect for celebrations or everyday treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (110 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120 g) chopped pistachios (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, instant pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cookies sit on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Once cooled, enjoy or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
Use softened butter, not melted, for best texture. Chill dough for 30 minutes if cookies spread too much. Do not overmix dough to keep cookies soft and chewy. Optional mix-ins include white chocolate chips or dried cranberries. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
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