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Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies

Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies: A Joyful Holiday Treat

Delightful Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies combine nutty flavors and a festive shape, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar can substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Add-ins
  • 1 cup chopped pistachios can substitute with almonds or pecans
  • 1 cup dried cranberries or chopped fresh cranberries
For Dusting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar ensure it's fine

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined. Gradually blend in flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Fold in chopped pistachios and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
  5. Shape dough into rings approximately 2-3 inches in diameter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but soft in the center.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 20-30 minutes for best results. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.

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