Pistachio Cream Cookies Treat (Print Version)

Buttery cookies hide pistachio cream centers, chocolate chunks, and toasted pistachios in every bite.

# Ingredients:

→ Dry ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
05 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
06 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

09 - 1/2 cup roasted pistachios, chopped
10 - 3/4 cup dark chocolate chunks
11 - 1/4 cup pistachio cream, divided into 1/2 teaspoon portions

# Steps:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 1/2-teaspoon portions of pistachio cream onto the tray and freeze for 20 to 30 minutes until solid.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a large bowl, beat together unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
04 - Add egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined.
06 - Gently fold in chopped roasted pistachios and dark chocolate chunks with a spatula.
07 - Scoop out dough in 2-tablespoon portions. Flatten each portion in your palm, place a frozen pistachio cream center in the middle, and wrap the dough around to enclose it, sealing completely.
08 - Place dough balls on a tray and refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze for 20 minutes to firm.
09 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange dough balls 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden while centers remain soft.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, ensure the pistachio cream centers are well frozen before assembling to prevent melting during baking.