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Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies: Indulge in Bliss

A delightful blend of rich chocolate and nutty pistachios, these Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies offer a unique flavor twist that will impress your guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 59 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 3/4 cup Roasted Pistachios finely ground
  • 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 each Large Egg at room temperature
  • 1 each Large Egg Yolk at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Almond Extract optional
  • 1 3/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Chocolate
  • 2.5 ounces White Chocolate roughly chopped
  • 3 ounces Dark Chocolate roughly chopped
For Topping
  • Flaky Salt for sprinkling on top, optional

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • parchment paper
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies
  1. Begin by grinding the roasted pistachios into a fine flour using a food processor. Aim for a consistency similar to almond meal, being careful not to over-process them into butter.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with both the light brown and granulated sugars. Mix well using a rubber spatula.
  3. Add the large egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the ground pistachios, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet.
  5. Carefully fold in the roughly chopped white and dark chocolate pieces into the dough using a spatula.
  6. Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop the chilled dough into 2-ounce balls, placing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake the cookies for about 12–14 minutes, watching for golden edges while the centers remain slightly gooey.
  9. After baking, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  10. Carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle a touch of flaky salt on top while they're still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies can be personalized with different nuts or types of chocolate. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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