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Delicious homemade pistachio pudding cookies on a plate

Pistachio Pudding Cookies

These soft and flavorful Pistachio Pudding Cookies are a quick and delightful treat, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for best mixing.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3.4 ounce box instant pistachio pudding mix Instant pudding mix is essential for flavor and texture.
  • 1 2/3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract Can swap with lemon zest for a different flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4-5 drops green food coloring Optional; cookies can still be made without it.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the softened butter and beat until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the powdered sugar, pudding mix, vanilla extract, almond extract, and green food coloring. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add the flour and combine until well mixed.
  4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Using a dough scoop or about 1½ tablespoons of dough, roll into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch apart.
  3. Bake for 9-11 minutes until the edges are just starting to turn light brown.
  4. Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes to firm up before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Serve at room temperature. Pairs well with tea, coffee, or milk. Can store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.