Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies. Each bite offers a chewy texture, nutty flavor, and a hint of sea salt for that irresistible combination.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- 3/4 cup shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Cream butter, honey, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.
- Finish Dough: Fold in chopped pistachios. Spoon dough onto baking sheet, flatten, and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool on sheet before transferring to a rack.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Toast pistachios for enhanced flavor. Almonds or walnuts can be substituted.
