LEMON-PISTACHIO WREATHS

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Pistachios help make these cookies look festive for the holidays.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
5 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 1/2 cups shelled unsalted pistachios, toasted and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Put butter and granulated sugar into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy. Mix in yolks, lemon zest, and vanilla. Reduce speed to low, and gradually mix in flour mixture. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350. Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface. Roll out to a generous 1/8 inch thick. Using a 2 1/2-inch round fluted cutter, cut out wreaths. Reroll scraps, and cut out. Cut out centers of wreaths using a 7/8-inch round cutter. Space 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes. Bake until just golden, about 12 minutes. Let cool completely on wire racks.
  • Stir together confectioners' sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. Dip surface of each cookie in icing, and sprinkle with pistachios. Let set on wire racks.

Sophie
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These wreaths were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with less sugar.


Mohammed Mohammed
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I wasn't a huge fan of these wreaths. The lemon flavor was a bit too strong for my taste.


Lyla Garland
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These wreaths are a bit expensive to make, but they're definitely worth the splurge. They're perfect for a special occasion.


M KOVRA
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I love that these wreaths can be made with all natural ingredients. They're a healthier dessert option that still tastes amazing.


Marlie Leachman
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These are a great make-ahead dessert. I made them the day before my party and they were still perfect the next day.


obodo emeka
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I've made these wreaths several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Syesha Harper
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These wreaths are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the way the pistachios add a little crunch.


tauseeq ahmed
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I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! The wreaths were delicious and they looked really impressive.


Absar Aziz
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The lemon pistachio wreaths turned out great! They were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were definitely worth the effort.


JaQuilla Corbin
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These are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of lemon and pistachio.


AdorbsxLondon
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I made these wreaths for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the festive appearance.


Siyam Gaming
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These lemon pistachio wreaths were a delightful treat! The combination of sweet and tangy lemon with the nutty flavor of pistachios was perfect. The wreaths were also very easy to make, and they looked beautiful on a serving platter.