Description

Soft, chewy pistachio pudding cookies studded with white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios easy to make, rich in flavor, and endlessly customizable for gluten-free, vegan, or low-sugar diets.

Ingredients

– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

– ¾ cup granulated sugar

– ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed

– 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix

– 2 large eggs

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– 2¼ cups all-purpose flour

– 1 teaspoon baking soda

– ½ teaspoon salt

– 1 cup white chocolate chips

– 1 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and creamy (~2 minutes).
Mix in the instant pistachio pudding mix until evenly distributed.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and mix until smooth.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
Scoop dough into 1½-tablespoon portions and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
(Optional) Press extra chips and pistachios onto the tops for visual appeal.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underbaked.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

– For thicker cookies, chill dough 15–20 minutes before baking.

– Use certified gluten-free flour and pudding mix for a gluten-free version.

– Vegan substitutions: plant-based butter, flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water), and dairy-free white chocolate chips.

– Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: ~130
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 1.5g
Cholesterol: 20mg