Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies
Delightful cookies that blend the rich sweetness of honey with the crunchy texture of pistachios, topped with a sprinkle of sea salt for a magical taste experience.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened for easy creaming.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey Can substitute with vegan honey for a vegan option.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pistachios, chopped Consider lightly toasting for better flavor.
- ¼ cup coarse sea salt for sprinkling Sprinkle on cookies before baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and measure all your ingredients to ensure seamless mixing.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until fluffy.
- Slowly drizzle in the honey and mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios gently to ensure they’re evenly distributed.
Baking
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop generous spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Sprinkle a pinch of coarse sea salt on top of each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown at the edges but still soft in the center.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh. For longer storage, consider freezing them.