Description
Soft, buttery cookies infused with pistachios and filled with your favorite jam or chocolate. Perfect for gifting, tea time, or festive occasions, these cookies balance nutty crunch with sweet, gooey centers.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for ~24 cookies):
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pistachios (plus extra for rolling, optional)
For the Filling:
1/2 cup fruit jam (raspberry, apricot, or strawberry) or
1/3 cup chocolate chips or melted chocolate for a chocolate pistachio version
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Stir in chopped pistachios.
Step 2: Shape the Cookies
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spaced ~2 inches apart.
Press your thumb or a small spoon into the center of each ball to create an indentation.
Step 3: Add the Filling
Fill each indentation with jam or chocolate. Avoid overfilling to prevent spilling during baking.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and cookies are set. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Nut Variation: Swap pistachios for almonds or walnuts for a different flavor profile.
- Make Ahead: Dough can be chilled for up to 24 hours; fill and bake when ready.
- Mini Version: Roll smaller balls for bite-sized cookies; adjust baking time to 8–10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: essert / Cookie
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American / Snack