Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, softened
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- ½ cup granulated sugar
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- ½ cup light brown sugar
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- ½ teaspoon almond extract
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- 3.4 ounces package instant pistachio pudding (dry mix)
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- 2 eggs
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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- 1 teaspoon baking soda
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- ¼ teaspoon salt
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- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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- ½ cup green M&Ms
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- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pistachios
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- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
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- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In an electric mixer with a paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth.
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- Add Flavorings and Pudding Mix: Add the vanilla and almond extracts, followed by the dry pistachio pudding mix. Mix well. Then, add the eggs one at a time, beating for 1 minute after each addition.
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- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly between each addition. If you’d like a more vibrant green color, add a drop or two of green food coloring at this point.
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- Add Mix-Ins: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, green M&Ms, and chopped walnuts or pistachios until evenly distributed.
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- Scoop and Bake: Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are turning slightly golden.
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- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
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- Nut Variations: Feel free to swap out walnuts for chopped pistachios for an even stronger pistachio flavor.
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- Add More Fun: Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet and salty contrast.
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- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
These Pistachio Cookies are a delicious treat that will delight anyone who takes a bite. Enjoy baking and sharing these delightful cookies! 🍪🌈