Festive Green Pistachio Cookies (Printable Recipe Version)
Nutty and festive green pistachio cookies ideal for holiday treats.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 teaspoon almond extract
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1 to 3 drops green food coloring
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup chopped pistachios or pecans
→ Coating
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1/2 cup green colored sugar
# Steps to Make It:
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In a large bowl, beat the butter, oil, and confectioners' sugar until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in almond extract and food coloring until evenly incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, combine the flour, pudding mix, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chopped nuts. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in the green colored sugar. Place the balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
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Bake cookies for 7-9 minutes or until just set. Allow them to cool for 1 minute on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks. Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
# Extra Information:
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Refrigerating the dough enhances the flavor and prevents excessive spreading during baking.