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Pistachio Wedding Cookies Recipe

Pistachio Wedding Cookies Recipe
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Delightfully soft and buttery Pistachio Wedding Cookies, inspired by traditional Italian wedding cookies, featuring the unique flavor of instant pistachio pudding mix. These cookies are generously coated in confectioners’ sugar for a sweet finish perfect for special occasions or everyday treats.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) Butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup Confectioners’ sugar (for dough)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups All-purpose flour
  • 3.4 oz (1 package) Instant pistachio pudding mix
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Confectioners’ sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth. Add ½ cup confectioners’ sugar and beat the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy. Then mix in the vanilla extract thoroughly to combine.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant pistachio pudding mix, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients while stirring until the dough is fully incorporated and uniform.
  3. Chill the Dough: Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each into balls. Wrap each portion tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the dough for easier shaping and baking.
  4. Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Form teaspoon-sized balls of dough and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared tray. Slightly flatten each cookie to encourage even baking. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes, making sure not to overbake to maintain softness.
  5. Sugar Coating: After baking, allow the cookies to rest on the baking tray for 5 minutes. While still warm, gently roll each cookie in the remaining ½ cup confectioners’ sugar to coat completely. Transfer to a wire rack and let them cool entirely before serving.

Notes

  • Softened butter helps achieve the best texture; avoid melting the butter as that changes the dough consistency.
  • Do not overbake cookies; they should remain soft and slightly tender.
  • Refrigerating the dough is crucial for easy shaping and to preserve the delicate crumb structure.
  • You can substitute butter with margarine if dairy-free options are needed, but flavor may slightly vary.
  • These cookies pair well with a cup of tea or coffee and make great gifts for celebrations.

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Keywords: pistachio wedding cookies, Italian wedding cookies, pistachio pudding cookies, soft butter cookies, holiday cookies, festive cookies

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