Delicious Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies for Festive Cheer

These Pistachio Cranberry Wreath Cookies combine earthiness of pistachios with tangy cranberries, creating a festive treat perfect for holidays.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

1 cup Butter Can substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option
1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor
1 large Egg No direct substitution recommended
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitute required
1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for balance
2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend for variation
1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting

For the Mix-ins

1 cup Pistachios Can substitute with almonds or pecans
1 cup Dried Cranberries Fresh cranberries may be used in finely chopped form

Equipment

Electric mixer
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Wire rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add one egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, beating until fully incorporated.
Gradually add all-purpose flour, salt, and powdered sugar, folding gently.
Fold in chopped pistachios and dried cranberries.
Shape portions of dough into small wreaths on the baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn light golden brown.
Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For easier shaping, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before molding into wreaths.

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