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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are a perfect combination of buttery, crumbly texture with the sweet tartness of cranberries and a crunchy bite of pistachios! A delicious treat for the holiday season or any special occasion


Ingredients

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  1. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  2. ½ cup powdered sugar
  3. 2 cups all-purpose flour
  4. ½ tsp salt
  5. ½ tsp vanilla extract
  6. ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
  7. ½ cup pistachios, chopped

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Mix in vanilla extract. Add flour and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms. Fold in chopped cranberries and pistachios.
  • Shape & Chill: Roll the dough into a log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  • Slice & Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled dough into ½-inch thick rounds. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  • Cool & Serve: Let cookies cool on a wire rack before enjoying!

Notes

  • Chilling the dough helps keep the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
  • You can adjust the size of the slices depending on how thick or thin you want your cookies.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg