🍪 Introducing Pistachio Chip Cookies! 🎄 These delightful treats are perfect for spreading holiday cheer, whether it’s Christmas with red candied cherries or St. Patrick’s Day with green ones! 🍒🎉 Plus, you can switch up the chocolate chips for broken holiday M&M’s, making them even more festive and kid-friendly! 🌟 Let’s dive into the recipe and make these scrumptious cookies in under 30 minutes! ⏱️
Pistachio Chip Cookies Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter 🧈
- 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Red or green candied cherries, halved 🍒 (for decoration)
- Holiday M&M’s or chocolate chips 🍫 (broken into pieces)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and instant pistachio pudding mix for about 30 seconds until creamy and well combined. |
| 2 | Add the egg to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated. 🥄 |
| 3 | Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking soda to the mixture, mixing until a dough forms. |
| 4 | If desired, stir in a few drops of food coloring for extra vibrancy. 🌈 |
| 5 | Fold in your choice of broken holiday M&M’s or chocolate chips into the dough until evenly distributed. 🍪 |
| 6 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cookie sheet. |
| 7 | Using a rounded teaspoonful of dough, drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. |
| 8 | Press a halved candied cherry into the top center of each cookie for decoration and a burst of flavor. 🍒 |
| 9 | Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. ⏲️ |
| 10 | Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. 🍃 |
These Pistachio Chip Cookies are not only delicious but also easy to customize for any occasion! 🎉 Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day, or simply craving a delightful treat, these cookies are sure to impress! 😋 Enjoy the festive flavors and share them with friends and family for a truly delightful experience! 🍪✨
