This Cherry Pistachio Shortbread Recipe combines the rich, buttery flavor of traditional shortbread with the delightful crunch of pistachios and the sweetness of cherries. These cookies are perfect for dessert or as a sweet treat with your afternoon tea.
The recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it an easy choice for any home baker looking to create a delicious dessert.
Delicious Cherry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
These shortbread cookies feature a buttery base studded with chopped pistachios and dried cherries, providing a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields about 24 cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Add Nuts and Cherries: Fold in the chopped pistachios and dried cherries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the Dough: Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice and Bake: Remove the logs from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
