Description
Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are the perfect festive treat for your holiday celebrations. With a buttery texture and delightful crunch, these cookies combine the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries with the nutty flavor of pistachios, creating a unique taste experience that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering, gifting homemade goodies, or indulging in a sweet snack at home, these cookies are versatile and easy to prepare. The simple steps and common ingredients make them accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Plus, they store well, allowing you to make them ahead of time for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/3 cup pistachios, chopped (unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract, then gradually mix in flour and salt until fully combined. Add cornstarch if desired.
- Gently fold in chopped cranberries and pistachios until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the dough into small rounds or use a cookie cutter to create desired shapes, placing them on the prepared baking sheet about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before shaping to maintain their form while baking. Feel free to substitute pistachios with other nuts like almonds or walnuts for a different flavor profile.