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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies: The Holiday Cookie That Actually Looks Fancy

Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies: The Holiday Cookie That Actually Looks Fancy

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Indulge in the festive delight of Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies, a simple yet elegant treat that will elevate your holiday gatherings. These cookies boast a perfect blend of buttery richness and crunchy textures, featuring tart cranberries and nutty pistachios that create a stunning visual appeal. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can craft these delicious cookies in under an hour, making them an ideal choice for cookie exchanges or special occasions. Impress your friends and family with this easy recipe that promises to bring joy to every bite.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
  • Zest of 1 orange (optional)
  • 4 oz white chocolate (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the room temperature butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy. Add vanilla and almond extracts; mix until well combined.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  4. Gently fold in chopped cranberries, pistachios, and orange zest.
  5. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and score lightly into squares before baking for 25–30 minutes until edges are golden.
  6. Allow cookies to cool completely in the pan before cutting.
  7. Melt white chocolate with coconut oil, then drizzle over cooled cookies.
  • Author: Veronica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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