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Browned Butter White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies

January 30, 2025
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Photo by The Salty Cooker
  • Prep time 30 minutes
  • Cook time 10 minutes
  • Serves 24
Author Notes

These Browned Butter White Chocolate Pistachio Cookies have quickly become a go-to recipe for me. The browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the white chocolate and crunchy pistachios. I love making them when I want a treat that feels a little extra special but doesn’t take too long to prep. The dough rests for a bit, which makes the cookies even more rewarding when they come out of the oven. If you’re looking for a cozy, indulgent cookie, these are definitely worth trying! —The Salty Cooker

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Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour or 1.1 GF flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups white chocolate
  • 1 1/2 cups pistachios lightly salted
  • 3/4 cup pistachio cream
Directions
  1. Brown the Butter: In a small stock pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Cook for about 10 minutes until light golden brown. If using dairy-free butter, monitor closely to avoid burning. Remove from heat and cool partially.
  2. Combine Sugars and Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled butter with the brown and granulated sugars. Mix on medium speed for 3 minutes until creamy.
  3. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in Dry Ingredients and Pistachios: Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, and salt). Mix until just combined. Fold in the pistachios.
  5. Rest the Dough: Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line 3 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Scoop cookie dough into equal-sized balls, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool the Cookies: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare White Chocolate Pistachio Dip: Melt the white chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring between intervals. Stir in the pistachio cream until smooth.
  10. Dip and Set: Using a spatula, spread the white chocolate pistachio mixture on the bottom of each cookie. Place cookies on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Serve and Enjoy!

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