Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter with granulated and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla and almond extract until combined.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Finely grind pistachios in a food processor until resembling coarse flour.
- Gradually add dry mixture to creamed mixture and fold in ground pistachios.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheets spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Dust cooled cookies generously with powdered sugar before serving.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure butter is softened and monitor baking time to avoid overbaking for the best texture.