Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup (130 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Cream butter & sugar
    In a bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add vanilla
    Mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. Incorporate dry ingredients
    Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Fold in mix-ins
    Stir in the chopped cranberries and pistachios until evenly distributed.
  5. Shape the dough
    Form the dough into a log (about 2 inches thick), wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Slice & bake
    • Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F)
    • Slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds
    • Place on a lined baking sheet
  7. Bake
    Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool
    Let cookies cool on a rack—they’ll firm up as they set.

✨ Tips

  • For extra flavor, add a little orange zest 🍊
  • Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for a slight crunch
  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week

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