Pistachio-Cardamom White Chocolate Cookies

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 10-12 minutes

Elevate your cookie game with these Pistachio-Cardamom White Chocolate Cookies. The distinctive combination of pistachios and cardamom, perfectly balanced with sweet white chocolate, creates a unique and indulgent treat that's perfect for any occasion.

These cookies boast a rich, nutty flavor from chopped pistachios, a hint of warmth from ground cardamom, and decadent sweetness from white chocolate chunks. The result is a cookie that's not only unique but also incredibly delicious and perfect for those who enjoy a touch of exotic flair in their desserts.

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Ingredients

🍽️ Servings: 24 cookies • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 180 per cookie

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

• 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped

• 1 cup white chocolate chunks or chips

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Steps

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped pistachios and white chocolate chunks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, indulge in the delightful combination of flavors in these Pistachio-Cardamom White Chocolate Cookies.

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Make it your own!

• Experiment with different nuts, such as almonds or cashews, for a personalized touch.

• Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra touch of sweetness.

• Add a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavors.

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