Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth cookie that's not only incredibly delicious but also completely vegan and flourless! These pistachio cookies are a game-changing dessert that proves healthy eating can be absolutely irresistible. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you'll create a batch of cookies that will have everyone asking for your secret recipe. Whether you're a health-conscious foodie, a vegan dessert lover, or simply someone who appreciates amazing flavors, these cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup pistachio nuts
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a food processor, pulse the pistachio nuts until they are finely ground but not turning into butter. Some small chunks are okay for texture.
- Add maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the ground pistachios in the food processor. Blend until a cohesive dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the nuts to absorb moisture and become slightly firmer.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers, creating a circular shape approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies look set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, as they will be fragile when hot.
- Carefully transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. They will firm up as they cool.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality pistachios for the best flavor and texture. Slightly toasting them beforehand can enhance their nutty taste.
- Don't over-process the nuts - you want a fine grind with some small chunks for interesting texture.
- Let the dough rest for exactly 5 minutes before shaping. This helps the mixture bind together and prevents crumbly cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking. This ensures all cookies cook consistently.
- Watch the cookies carefully in the last few minutes of baking. They can go from perfectly golden to burnt quickly due to the nut content.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on the wire rack - they continue to firm up as they cool and become more structurally stable.
- For an extra touch, consider garnishing with a light sprinkle of sea salt or chopped pistachios before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
