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Chocolate Dipped Pistachio Cookies

Buttery pistachio cookies dipped in rich semi-sweet chocolate. Nutty, crunchy, and perfect for gifting or holiday treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios chopped
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spoon or cookie scoop
  • Small bowl for chocolate

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in egg and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in chopped pistachios.
  6. Scoop dough into small balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Cool completely.
  8. Dip each cookie halfway into melted chocolate and place on parchment paper. Let chocolate set completely.

Notes

For extra flair, sprinkle crushed pistachios on top of the chocolate before it sets. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.