Pistachio Pudding Cookies
Pistachio pudding cookies are a delightful treat that combines soft, chewy texture with nutty flavors and a vibrant green hue. These easy-to-make cookies evoke childhood memories while providing a fun twist on traditional recipes. Perfect for any occasion, they promise to impress both kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) box pistachio pudding mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (toasted or raw)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and pistachio pudding mix.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in chopped pistachios until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg