Flourless Pistachio Cookies
Flourless Pistachio Cookies are naturally gluten-free, chewy cookies made with finely ground pistachios, sugar, and egg. They’re simple, quick to prepare, and bursting with nutty flavor—perfect for snacking or elegant gifting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shelled pistachios (raw or roasted, unsalted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: 1 tsp orange or lemon zest, 1/4 tsp cardamom, 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground, like coarse almond meal. Do not over-process into paste.
- In a bowl, mix ground pistachios, sugar, salt, and any optional add-ins. Stir in egg and vanilla until a sticky dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and slightly flatten. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 1–2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Cool completely and enjoy, or dust with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Notes
- Use roasted, unsalted pistachios for a deeper flavor.
- Chill dough for 15 minutes if it’s too sticky or spreading too much.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Double the batch and freeze extras for quick treats.
- For a vegan version, use a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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