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Delicious Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Delicious Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies to Savor

These Delicious Salted Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies blend rich chocolate and crunchy pistachios for an irresistible treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Roasted Salted Pistachios Consider using unsalted for less saltiness.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Can be replaced with melted coconut oil.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Unsalted can be used with a pinch of salt.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with dark brown sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Almond Extract Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on pistachio saltiness.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder Can be omitted or substituted with cocoa powder.
For the Chocolate & Topping
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chunks Milk chocolate can be used for sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Ground Pistachios Optional topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Optional finishing touch.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing roasted salted pistachios into a food processor. Pulse them until they turn into a fine powder, then gradually drizzle in olive oil. Continue processing until you achieve a smooth paste.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened salted butter with light brown and granulated sugars. Cream the mixture together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Fold in the pistachio paste prepared earlier to enhance the flavor of the cookies.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, matcha powder, and salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently.
  5. Fold in the dark chocolate chunks until evenly distributed in the dough.
  6. Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the sheet, spaced 3 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden, keeping the centers soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks, sprinkling flaky sea salt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure pistachios are finely ground for better integration. Use softened butter for the best texture. Don't skip the chilling time to enhance flavor and prevent spreading during baking.

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