Best 4 Pistachio Wedding Cookies Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of pistachio wedding cookies! These bite-sized treats are a delightful symphony of flavors, combining the nutty goodness of pistachios with the sweetness of sugar and the aromatic warmth of spices. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating these delectable cookies that are perfect for any celebration, especially weddings. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of shaping and baking, we will provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to ensure your pistachio wedding cookies turn out simply irresistible. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PISTACHIO WEDDING COOKIES RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by KimberlySeverino

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 (3.4-ounce) package pistachio instant pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl cream butter. Beat in 1/2 cup sugar until fluffy. Add in vanilla In a medium bowl combine flour, pudding mix and salt. Gradually mix flour mixture into wet ingredients until combined. Divide dough in half and form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for at least an hour. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove dough from plastic wrap and make tsp size balls. Place on baking sheets and press down on the balls slightly spacing them about 1 inch part. Bake in preheated oven for 9-10 minutes. While cookies are still warm toss them in remaining confectioners' sugar and set on wire rack until cooled completely.

PISTACHIO AND CHERRY MEXICAN WEDDING CAKES



Pistachio and Cherry Mexican Wedding Cakes image

Provided by Susan Feniger

Categories     Cake     Cookies     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Wedding     Cherry     Pistachio     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 80 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar plus more for coating
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shelled unsalted natural pistachios (about 4 ounces), chopped
1 cup dried tart cherries or dried cranberries
3 1/3 cups sifted cake flour
1 2/3 cups sifted all purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 3 heavy large baking sheets. Using electric mixer, beat 2 cups butter and 1 cup powdered sugar in large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and salt, then pistachios and cherries. Using spatula, stir in all flour (do not overmix dough).
  • Shape dough by generous tablespoonfuls into football-shaped ovals. Place on prepared sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Bake cookies, 1 sheet at a time, until bottoms just begin to color, about 16 minutes. Cool cookies on sheets 10 minutes before coating.
  • Pour generous amount of powdered sugar into medium bowl. Working with 5 or 6 warm cookies at a time, add cookies to bowl of sugar; gently turn to coat thickly. Transfer cookies to sheet of waxed paper. Repeat to coat cookies with sugar again; cool completely. do ahead Can be made 4 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

PISTACHIO WEDDING COOKIES



Pistachio Wedding Cookies image

Provided by Jenn - Mother Thyme

Categories     baking

Time 24m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup 2 sticks butter, softened
1 cup confectioners sugar (divided)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3.4 oz package pistachio instant pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl cream butter. Beat in 1/2 cup sugar until fluffy. Add in vanilla extract.
  • In a medium bowl combine flour, pudding mix and salt. Gradually mix flour mixture into wet ingredients until combined.
  • Divide dough in half and form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for at least an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Remove dough from plastic wrap and make teaspoon size balls. Place on baking sheets and press down on the balls slightly spacing them about 1 inch part.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 9-10 minutes. Don't overbake. Remove from oven and let them sit on baking sheet for about 5 minutes. While cookies are still warm toss them in remaining confectioners sugar and set on wire rack until cooled completely.
  • Store in airtight containers.

PISTACHIO COOKIES



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This wonderful cookie is always part of my holiday cookie treats. They are fun to make and everyone will be impress with how pretty the green coloring is.-Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 to 3 drops green food coloring
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pistachios or pecans
1/2 cup green colored sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the butter, oil and confectioners' sugar until blended (mixture will clump together). Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract and food coloring. , Combine the flour, pudding mix, baking soda, cream of tarter and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in nuts. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in colored sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes or until set. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality, fresh pistachios for the best flavor. Look for bright green pistachios that are not too dry or brittle.
  • Toast the pistachios before using them to enhance their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the pistachios by hand using a sharp knife. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they blend well into the cookie dough.
  • Feel free to experiment with different flavors of extracts. For example, you could use almond extract, orange extract, or lemon extract instead of vanilla.
  • If you want chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • To prevent the cookies from spreading too much, make sure the oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Pistachio wedding cookies are a delicious and elegant treat that are perfect for any special occasion. With their beautiful green color and nutty flavor, these cookies are sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a unique and festive cookie recipe, give these pistachio wedding cookies a try!

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