Pistachio Pudding Cookies

Pistachio Pudding Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. The addition of pistachio pudding mix not only gives these cookies a beautiful green color but also enhances their texture and taste. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe to make these irresistible cookies!

Ingredients:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 cup chopped pistachios (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough:

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and pistachio pudding mix until fully combined.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

4. Add the Mix-ins:

Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios (if using) into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.

5. Scoop the Dough:

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

6. Bake the Cookies:

Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. They will firm up as they cool.

7. Cool and Serve:

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Tips:

If you prefer a stronger pistachio flavor, you can add more chopped pistachios to the dough.
For a variation, you can swap white chocolate chips for milk chocolate chips or add a drizzle of melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.

These Pistachio Pudding Cookies are soft, flavorful, and a perfect treat for any occasion. The pistachio flavor is subtle yet delicious, and the white chocolate chips add a sweet, creamy contrast. Enjoy!