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Healthy Pistachio Cookies

Deliciously Healthy Pistachio Cookies You'll Love to Bake

Healthy Pistachio Cookies that are gluten-free, dairy-free, and come together in a snap for a guilt-free dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Raw Pistachios Can substitute with almonds
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Oat flour can be used for nut-free
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
For the Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup or honey can be alternatives
For Added Moisture
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil Substitute with unsalted butter if needed
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but highly recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract Can be omitted if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse the raw pistachios in a food processor until coarse, then set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine processed pistachios, almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt.
  4. Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
  5. Scoop tablespoons of dough, rolling into balls and placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Flatten each dough ball slightly and top with whole or chopped pistachios.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  8. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Experiment with add-ins like dark chocolate chips or dried fruits for variations. Keep an eye on baking time to avoid overcooking.

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