Best 2 Saint Patricks Pistachio Cookies Recipes

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During St. Patrick’s Day, a traditional Irish holiday, people gather to celebrate with festive decorations, lively music, and delicious food like corned beef and cabbage, soda bread, and Irish stew. However, if you're looking for a sweet treat that embodies the luck of the Irish, look no further than St. Patrick's Pistachio Cookies. These delightful treats are easy to make and visually stunning, with their bright green color and festive sprinkles.

Within this article, you'll find two enticing pistachio cookie recipes that cater to your baking preferences. The first recipe yields softer cookies with a cake-like texture, while the second recipe results in crispier cookies with a satisfying crunch. Both recipes incorporate vibrant green pistachio pudding mix and chopped pistachios, ensuring a burst of nutty flavor in every bite. Whether you're a fan of soft and chewy cookies or crispy and crunchy ones, these St. Patrick's Pistachio Cookies will surely bring a touch of Irish cheer to your celebration.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PISTACHIO COOKIES



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Make and share this St. Patrick's Day Pistachio Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 53 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
1 large egg
2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2-2/3 cup chopped pistachio nut
granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°; lightly grease (or line with parchment paper) two baking sheets.
  • In a bowl, beat the butter, sugar, oil, water, egg, pudding mix, vanilla, salt, and baking powder together until smooth.
  • Add in the flour and nuts; beat until everything is well combined; the dough will be stiff.
  • Roll or scoop the dough into chestnut-sized balls; roll them in granulated sugar, if desired and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a 1-2 inch space between.
  • Press the cookies down gently with the bottom of a drinking glass, dipped in sugar if necessary to prevent sticking.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, until they are just barely beginning to brown around the edges and are golden brown on the bottom.
  • Remove them from the oven and transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 8.6, Sodium 30.5, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2, Protein 0.9

CHOCOLATE CHIP PISTACHIO COOKIES



Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies image

Of all the cookies I prepare at Christmas, these are the most popular. My husband and sons gobble them up so fast, I make at least three batches!-Lynne Ogg, Cedar, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup dark chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, pudding mix and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle., Roll dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets; flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass. , Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality pistachio paste. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cookies.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Decorate the cookies with your favorite St. Patrick's Day sprinkles.

Conclusion:

These pistachio cookies are the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. They are delicious, festive, and easy to make. With their bright green color and nutty flavor, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So put on your chef's hat and get baking!

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