Festive Cranberry Pistachio Cookies – Buttery Holiday Treats – Page 2

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. If you’re adding orange zest for a festive twist, mix it in at this point.
Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
Fold in the cranberries and pistachios: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped pistachios with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape the cookies: Use a tablespoon or a cookie scoop to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For a slightly flatter cookie, gently press down the dough balls with your fingertips or the back of a spoon.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden and the centers are set. Be careful not to overbake, as the cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

White Chocolate Drizzle: For an extra festive touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies. Simply melt some white chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler, then use a fork to drizzle it over the cookies.
Sprinkles: Add some holiday-themed sprinkles for color and decoration.

These Festive Cranberry Pistachio Cookies are perfect for holiday cookie trays, gifting, or as a cozy treat for yourself while sipping hot cocoa. They pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee, and their chewy, buttery texture combined with the tart cranberries and crunchy pistachios make them irresistible!

Enjoy the holiday season with this delicious, vibrant cookie that’s sure to spread cheer! 🎄🍪