Best 5 Cranberry Pistachio Cookie Cups Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exquisite Cranberry Pistachio Cookie Cups, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy family moments. With a tender, buttery cookie base filled with a vibrant cranberry and pistachio filling, these cookie cups offer a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Our collection of recipes includes variations to suit every taste, from classic cranberry pistachio to unique combinations like white chocolate cranberry and orange pistachio. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, resulting in a truly unforgettable treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating these delightful cookie cups.

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CRAN-PISTACHIO COOKIES



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Prize-Winning Recipe 2010! Pistachios, pudding mix and cranberries stir up with sugar cookie mix for a melt-in-your-mouth cookie.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

Reynolds™ Parchment Paper
1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1 box (4-serving size) pistachio instant pudding and pie filling mix
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 eggs
1 cup dry-roasted salted pistachio nuts, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with Reynolds Parchment Paper; set aside. In large bowl, stir together cookie mix, pudding mix and flour. Stir in melted butter and eggs until soft dough forms. Add pistachios and cranberries; mix well.
  • Using small cookie scoop or teaspoon, drop dough 2 inches apart on lined cookie sheet. Press with fingers to slightly flatten.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

PISTACHIO CRANBERRY COOKIES



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I came up with this recipe one year when looking for a cookie that had a little red and green in it. The combination of cranberries and pistachios is delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup crisp rice cereal
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, oil and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the cereal, oats, cranberries and pistachios., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RON'S CHEDDAR, CRANBERRY AND PISTACHIO COOKIES



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Provided by Ron Ben-Israel

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces unsalted butter (1 stick), at room-temperature
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup finely shredded Cheddar
1 large egg
1cup all-purpose flour (scooped and leveled)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup toasted chopped pistachios
1/3 cup finely chopped dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine the butter, sugar and cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Do not incorporate too much air by raising the speed. Beat in the egg until incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and cayenne to combine. Mix in the pistachios and cranberries.
  • On low speed, add the flour mixture to the creamed butter-cheese mixture in a few additions, scraping the bowl and beater in between.
  • Spread the dough along the edge of a large piece of waxed paper or plastic wrap. Using the edges of the paper or plastic, roll the dough into a log shape about 12 inches long. Twist the ends to close. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour or freeze up to four weeks.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Unwrap the dough log and, using a sharp knife, slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place the rounds on parchment-lined or nonstick baking sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove to a rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

SHORTBREAD COOKIES WITH PISTACHIOS AND CRANBERRIES



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Light and tasty recipe for twist on basic shortbread with pistachios and cranberries. Store in airtight container until ready to serve.

Provided by artistikcosmetics

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup unsalted shelled pistachios
½ cup dried cranberries
1 ½ cups unsalted butter, at room temperature
¾ cup powdered sugar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
¼ cup cranberry sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Chop pistachios until finely chopped. Chop cranberries.
  • Combine butter, 3/4 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla in a mixing bowl; beat until fluffy. Mix in pistachios, cranberries, cornstarch, and orange zest until well combined.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Poke the center of each ball with a floured finger until it makes a deep dimple. Fill with about 1/4 teaspoon cranberry sauce. Chill the cookies for about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Transfer chilled cookies to a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  • Working in batches, bake cookies in the preheated oven, one sheet at a time, until the edges begin to turn light brown, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool. Repeat with remaining batches.
  • Roll in powdered sugar just before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 6.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

PISTACHIO CRANBERRY ICEBOX COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Mixer     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Freeze/Chill     Christmas     Cranberry     Pistachio     Fall     Winter     Chill     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
1/2 cup shelled pistachios (2 1/4 oz; not dyed red)
1/3 cup dried cranberries (1 1/4 oz)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup decorative sugar (preferably coarse)
Special Equipment
parchment paper

Steps:

  • Make dough:
  • Stir together flour, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat together butter, granulated sugar, and zest in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture in 3 batches, mixing until dough just comes together in clumps, then mix in pistachios and cranberries. Gather and press dough together, then divide into 2 equal pieces. Using a sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper as an aid, form each piece of dough into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Square off long sides of each log to form a bar, then chill, wrapped in plastic wrap, until very firm, at least 2 hours.
  • Slice and bake cookies:
  • Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Brush egg over all 4 long sides of bars (but not ends). Sprinkle decorative sugar on a separate sheet of parchment or wax paper and press bars into sugar, coating well.
  • Cut each bar crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices, rotating bar after cutting each slice to help keep square shape. (If dough gets too soft to slice, freeze bars briefly until firm.) Arrange cookies about 1/2 inch apart on lined baking sheets.
  • Bake cookies, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, until edges are pale golden, 15 to 18 minutes total. Transfer cookies from parchment to racks using a slotted spatula and cool completely.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will make the baking process smoother and more enjoyable.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your cookies. Use fresh cranberries and pistachios for the best flavor.
  • Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the dough can make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: The cookies are done baking when the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

These cranberry pistachio cookie cups are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them tart or sweet, chewy or crispy, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give these cranberry pistachio cookie cups a try. You won't be disappointed!

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