Description
Delight in these Soft and Chewy Pistachio Pudding Cookies, a unique twist on classic cookies, combining the rich flavor of instant pistachio pudding with a tender, chewy texture. Perfectly sweet and irresistibly soft, these cookies make a delightful snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 box instant pistachio pudding mix (3.4 oz)
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is fluffy and light in color.
- Add Pudding Mix: Mix the instant pistachio pudding mix into the creamed butter and sugar until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which could make the cookies tough.
- Form and Bake Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, place dough portions onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up while maintaining their chewy texture.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to ensure soft, chewy cookies.
- For extra pistachio flavor, consider folding in chopped pistachios if desired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Cookie dough can be chilled for 30 minutes before baking to help maintain shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pistachio pudding cookies, soft cookies, chewy cookies, easy cookie recipe, pistachio cookies, dessert
