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Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies

Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies for a Festive Treat

Delightful Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies bring festive charm and a unique flavor to your holiday baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or certified gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Chopped Pistachios or almonds/pecans
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries or fresh cranberries, finely chopped
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed.
  5. Fold in the chopped pistachios and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
  6. Shape the dough into wreaths on the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
  8. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar when cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for gifting and can be modified with other nuts and dried fruits. Adjust baking time based on cookie size.

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