ORANGE-CHOCOLATE SHORTBREAD COOKIES WITH PISTACHIO
Steps:
- Set racks in the upper and lower thirds of an oven, and preheat to 325 degrees. In the bowl of a standing mixer, fitted with a paddle attachement, beat the butter and sugars on medium speed for about ten minutes, or until the mixture is light in color, and very soft and fluffy. Stir in the orange oil and zest. In a separate bowl, measure out and then sift the flour. Fold the flour into the batter by hand, taking caution not to overmix. Place a handful of the dough at a time on a lightly floured work surface. With a lightly floured hand, pat each piece down to 3/8-inch thick. Connect each piece to the next, making a rough rectangular shape. If the dough sticks, loosen it with a small paddle knife or spatula. Try to use the flour sparingly. Cut the dough, using a round metal cutter, about 2 inches in diameter. Transfer the cut pieces onto the prepared pans, spacing about 1 1/2 inches between each. Press remaining scraps together and continue cutting until there are no scraps left. Bake the shortbreads for 15-20 minutes, rotating the cookie sheets from bottom to top shelves half-way through the cooking process. The cookies will be pale golden in color when they are done. Allow to cool for two minutes on the cookie sheets, then transfer to a cooling rack. Melt the chocolate over a double boiler. Meanwhile, spread chopped pistachios out upon a large plate. Clear a space next to the plate of pistachios for the bowl of melted chocolate, and on the other side, for parchment paper to set the finished cookies on. Once the cookies are completely cool, dip the bottoms (about one third of the way up) in the melted chocolate. Immediately dip melted chocolate portion of the cookie in the pistachios. Set the finished cookies on a piece of parchment, and allow the chocolate to harden. Store in a tightly-covered container.
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Kenneth Lewit
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and look impressive. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack. They're always a hit.
Wanamula Nixon
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of orange-flavored desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. The orange and chocolate flavors are so well-balanced, and the pistachios add a nice touch of texture. I'll definitely be making these again.
Anton Kryzhskiy
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're also really delicious, with a perfect balance of orange and chocolate. The pistachios add a nice crunch and nuttiness.
Hana Sherif
[email protected]I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The orange and chocolate flavors are perfect together, and the pistachios add a nice touch of elegance.
angel fire
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious! The orange and chocolate flavors are perfect together, and the pistachios add a nice crunch. I love that they're not too sweet, either. They're perfect for a snack or dessert.
Jeremy Lalsingh
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the orange and chocolate flavors together, and the pistachios add a nice touch of crunch. I highly recommend this recipe.
Pamela Menziwa
[email protected]These cookies are amazing! The orange and chocolate flavors are so well-balanced, and the pistachios add a nice crunch. I love that they're not too sweet, either. They're perfect for a snack or dessert.
Md Sakibul Hassan
[email protected]I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. The orange and chocolate flavors are perfect together, and the pistachios add a nice touch of crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.
Tyler Petersen
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the orange and chocolate flavors together. The pistachios add a nice crunch and the cookies are just the right amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making these again.
Idiris Yussuf
[email protected]I love the combination of orange and chocolate in these cookies. The pistachios add a nice crunch and nuttiness. I also like that these cookies are not too sweet. They're perfect for a snack or dessert.
Yousef Mosazada
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and look impressive. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack. They're always a hit.
Smart Bilal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of orange-flavored desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. The orange and chocolate flavors are so well-balanced, and the pistachios add a nice touch of texture. I'll definitely be making these again.
Rajesh Raut
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're also really delicious, with a perfect balance of orange and chocolate. The pistachios add a nice crunch and nuttiness.
malinas pha
[email protected]I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The orange and chocolate flavors are perfect together, and the pistachios add a nice touch of elegance.
Ugochukwu Johnson
[email protected]These cookies were a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of orange and chocolate, and the pistachios add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.