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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies: A Festive Delight for the Holidays

Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies: A Festive Delight for the Holidays
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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that beautifully balances buttery crispness with the tartness of dried cranberries and the crunch of pistachios. These elegant cookies are perfect for sharing at festive gatherings, gifting to loved ones, or simply enjoying with your afternoon tea. With their vibrant colors and delicious flavors, they are sure to impress guests of all ages. Easy to make and versatile enough to customize with your favorite nuts or dried fruits, these cookies will become a seasonal favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/3 cup pistachios, chopped (unsalted)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, and optional cornstarch; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped cranberries and pistachios evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Form small balls of dough (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for approximately 12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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