Pistachio Melt Aways

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Melt-in-your-mouth Pistachio Melt Aways recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

42 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
2 eggs
1 package instant pistachio pudding mix
3 -4 drops green food coloring
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 dash salt
1/4 cup sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
241
Sugar
15g
Fat
17g
Pistachio Melt Aways are a classic dessert cookie that originated in the United States. They are made with a rich mixture of butter, powdered sugar, shortening, and almond extract, then flavored with pistachio pudding mix and a few drops of green food coloring for added visual appeal. The cookie dough is then shaped into small balls, then flattened with a fork to create crisscross patterns on top before baking in the oven. The result is a batch of delicious melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a nutty, buttery flavor that will leave you craving for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Cream powdered sugar, butter, shortening, and almond extract together until smooth.
3.Beat in eggs, pistachio pudding mix, and green food coloring.
4.In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
5.Gradually mix in the flour mixture to the batter.
6.Chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7.Form dough into 1-inch balls, then flatten slightly with a fork.
8.Place cookies on an ungreased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
9.Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
10.Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

PROS

The Pistachio Melt Aways cookies are buttery, nutty, and sweet, with a delicate melt-in-your-mouth texture.

They are easy to make, and perfect for any festive occasion.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories, sugar, and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

They are not recommended for people with nut allergies, as they contain pistachio pudding mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, eating nuts like pistachios has been linked to a variety of health benefits, including improving heart health, reducing inflammation, and aiding in weight loss.
According to some studies, consuming nuts regularly may also help improve brain function and reduce the risk of certain diseases like cancer and diabetes.

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