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Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies

Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies: Festive Treats to Share

Delight in these Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies, a festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings and everyday indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Christmas Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt just a pinch
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Shelled pistachios finely chopped
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries chopped
Optional Dusting
  • to taste cup Powdered sugar

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the finely chopped pistachios and dried cranberries.
  6. Shape the dough into rings or wreath shapes and place on prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better emulsion. Don't overmix the dough to maintain softness.

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