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Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies

Delicious Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies for the Holidays

Delight in the flavors of Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies during the festive season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides rich flavor and tenderness
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Increases moisture
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped for gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps create a light texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Chopped Pistachios Gives a lovely crunch
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Adds sweet-tart bursts
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adds a beautiful snowy finish
  • Whole Pistachios Optional for decoration
  • Whole Cranberries Optional for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in chopped pistachios and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
  5. Shape the dough into small wreaths on the baking sheet, about 2-3 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be customized with various nuts and fresh fruits for a unique twist.

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