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pistachio cranberry shortbread

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A delicious blend of pistachios and cranberries in a buttery shortbread.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until combined.
  5. Fold in pistachios and cranberries.
  6. Shape dough into a log and wrap in plastic wrap.
  7. Chill for at least 1 hour.
  8. Slice into rounds and place on a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Can substitute almonds for pistachios.
  • Adjust sugar for desired sweetness.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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