Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped pistachios (unsalted)
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar together until creamy and smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Mix in the Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing just until the dough comes together. Stir in the finely chopped pistachios, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape the Cookies:
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a small ball. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between them.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The cookies should remain light in color on top.
Coat the Cookies:
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool for about 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while they are still warm. Once they cool completely, roll them in powdered sugar again for a second coating to give them that snowy effect.
Serve:
Transfer to a plate and enjoy these buttery, nutty Pistachio Snowball Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Serve:
Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple treat any time of the year.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 12-15 minutes | Servings: About 24 cookies
These delicate cookies will melt in your mouth with a delightful crunch from the pistachios!