Orange Pistachio Cookies Recipe

Name: Orange Pistachio Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and finely chopped; 2-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; Additional pistachios, toasted and finely chopped, optional

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and finely chopped
2-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon butter, melted
Additional pistachios, toasted and finely chopped, optional

1
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, orange zest and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and cornstarch; gradually beat into creamed mixture.
2
Divide dough in half. Roughly shape each portion into a 7-in. roll along the long end of a 14x8-in. sheet of waxed paper. Tightly roll waxed paper over dough, using the waxed paper to mold the dough into a smooth roll. Securely wrap waxed paper-covered roll in plastic wrap; freeze 30 minutes or until firm, or refrigerate overnight.
3
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Sprinkle pistachios on a rimmed
4
. Unwrap and roll each roll of dough in pistachios. Cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1/2 in. apart on parchment paper-lined
5
. Bake 6-8 minutes or until bottoms are light brown. Cool slightly on pan. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
6
In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, orange juice and butter until smooth. Spread over cookies. If desired, sprinkle with additional pistachios. Let stand until set.

1014

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, and more.

Yes, Orange Pistachio Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Orange Pistachio Cookies

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