Deliciously Fancy Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies offer a festive blend of sweet tartness and crunchy texture, making them the perfect holiday treat.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour
Course: Blog
Cuisine: Dessert
Keyword: Baking Recipe, cookies, Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies, Festive Cookies, Gourmet Cookies, holiday baking
Servings: 16 cookies
Calories: 180kcal
8x8 baking pan
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spatula
Oven
parchment paper
For the Dough
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with salted butter
- ½ cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for variation
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free baking flour
- ¼ teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter
For the Flavor
- 1 cup Chopped Dried Cranberries Can substitute with dried cherries
- 1 cup Chopped Pistachios Chopped almonds or walnuts can be used
- 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Lemon zest is also a good alternative
For the Drizzle
- 1 cup White Chocolate Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line your 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
Cream together the unsalted butter and powdered sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
Combine the flour and salt, mixing at a low speed until just incorporated.
Fold in the chopped cranberries, pistachios, and optional orange zest.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and score the top lightly with a knife.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
Cool completely in the pan before drizzling with melted white chocolate and coconut oil.
Let the chocolate set for about 15 minutes before cutting into squares or bars.
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful pairing. Customize flavors based on personal preference.
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg