Description
These Pistachio Snowball Cookies are a perfect holiday treat. With a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a subtle nutty flavor from finely chopped pistachios, they’re rolled in powdered sugar for a snowy finish. A simple, delicious, and elegant cookie that will melt away on your tongue!
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
- 3/4 cup finely chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly before rolling them in powdered sugar.
- Once completely cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again.
- Enjoy these delicious Pistachio Snowball Cookies!
Notes
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- You can substitute other nuts, like walnuts or almonds, for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes