Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies
Delightful cookies that combine sweet, salty, and nutty flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup salted butter (browned and cooled) Make sure it's completely cooled before mixing.
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour You can use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- 1 cup chopped roasted pistachios Or use other nuts like almonds or walnuts.
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional) Substitute with dark or milk chocolate if desired.
- Flaked sea salt for garnish (optional) Sprinkle on top for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by browning the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it turns a nice golden color. Let it cool for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the cooled butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, coarse sea salt, and baking soda to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour. Once mixed, gently fold in the chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips if you’re using them.
- Scoop dough balls onto your prepared baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. If desired, sprinkle flaked sea salt on top for an extra touch.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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