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Salty Smoked Pistachio and Honey Shortbread Cookies

Salty Smoked Pistachio and Honey Shortbread Cookies

Delight in the rich and crunchy flavors of Salty Smoked Pistachio and Honey Shortbread Cookies, perfect for sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup Powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • ½ cup Cornstarch
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Smoked pistachios chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet
  • sharp knife
  • wire rack

Method
 

How to Make
  1. Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add honey and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and cornstarch.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into two logs, wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet.
  7. Once chilled, slice the dough into ½-inch thick rounds and place on the baking sheet.
  8. Sprinkle the tops with chopped smoked pistachios and flaky sea salt.
  9. Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with extra honey before serving for added sweetness.

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