Pistachio Shortbread with Cherry Filling
Pistachio Shortbread with Cherry Filling is a mouthwatering treat that perfectly blends nutty pistachios and sweet-tart cherry preserves. These buttery, crumbly cookies melt in your mouth and offer a delightful burst of flavor with every bite. Ideal for special occasions or a cozy night in, this recipe guarantees smiles all around. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress family and friends without breaking a sweat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup roasted unsalted pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cherry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour and chopped pistachios; stir until just combined.
- Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface. Cut into desired shapes.
- Place half of the shapes on the baking sheet, add about a teaspoon of cherry preserves on each, then top with another cookie shape to create a sandwich.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute cherry preserves with other fruits like raspberry or apricot for variety. For a sweet-salty twist, sprinkle sea salt on top after baking.