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Crispy Pistachio Cardamom White Chocolate Cookies

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These crispy pistachio cardamom white chocolate cookies offer a unique flavor combination with a crunchy texture and chewy center, enhanced by browned butter and aromatic cardamom.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 cup (120g) shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup (180g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate bars

Instructions

  1. Bake the Brown Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup (227g) of unsalted butter. Stir continuously until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Pour the browned butter into a large mixing bowl and let cool for about 10 minutes until warm but not hot.
  2. Cream Sugars and Brown Butter: Add 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar to the browned butter. Using an electric mixer, beat until creamy and combined, roughly 2 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in 2 large room-temperature eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cardamom.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed or folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in Pistachios and White Chocolate: Stir in 1 cup (120g) roughly chopped toasted pistachios and 1 cup (180g) white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  9. Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers look set but soft.
  10. Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to crisp up completely.

Notes

Brown the butter carefully to avoid burning for a nutty flavor. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and intensify flavors. Use small-curd pistachios for perfect crunch. For dairy-free, substitute vegan margarine and dairy-free white chocolate chips. If cookies spread too much, chill dough longer; if dry, reduce flour slightly.

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