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Healthy Pistachio Cookies

Deliciously Healthy Pistachio Cookies for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy healthy pistachio cookies that are gluten-free and dairy-free, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Raw Pistachios Substitute with walnuts or pecans for variety.
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Coconut flour can work too; use less to avoid dryness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Just a pinch to enhance flavor.
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup or honey can be swapped if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Unsalted butter can be used if not dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can enhance flavor if desired.

Equipment

  • oven
  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse raw pistachios until coarsely ground, about 10-15 seconds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the processed pistachios with almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Stir until mixed.
  4. Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until sticky dough forms.
  5. Roll small balls of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and flatten them slightly on the baking sheet.
  6. Press whole or chopped pistachios into the top of each cookie if desired.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These cookies are a healthy alternative, perfect for indulging without guilt. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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