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Pistachio Cream Cookies

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Pistachio Cream Cookies are the perfect treat, featuring a soft chocolate chip base wrapped around a gooey pistachio core. The dough is packed with chunks of chocolate and nuts, while the frozen pistachio cream inside melts into a dreamy center. Finished with an extra sprinkle of nuts, chocolate, and flaky salt, they’re amazing warm while the middle is melted. Though chilling time is needed, the end result is worth every moment, offering crispy edges and irresistible creamy goodness.
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Updated on Sun, 09 Mar 2025 05:24:41 GMT
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These Pistachio-Stuffed Chocolate Chunk Cookies deliver an irresistible combination of nutty sweetness and rich chocolate. Each cookie features a creamy pistachio center surrounded by buttery cookie dough studded with premium chocolate pieces - creating the perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Key Ingredients

  • Pistachio Cream: Select a premium brand with intense nutty flavor and smooth consistency
  • All-Purpose Flour: Standard unbleached flour provides the ideal structure
  • Unsalted Butter: Use melted butter for rich caramelization and chewiness
  • Dark Chocolate: High-quality chunks create molten chocolate pockets
  • Fresh Pistachios: Hand-chopped nuts add texture and visual appeal
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Step-by-Step Method

Initial Setup:
Prepare baking sheets and heat oven to 350°F. Portion and freeze pistachio cream. Combine dry ingredients separately.
Making the Dough:
Cream melted butter and sugars until sandy. Beat in egg and vanilla until light. Mix in dry ingredients, then fold in chocolate and nuts.
Assembly:
Form dough balls, create wells, insert frozen pistachio cream. Seal completely and top with extra chocolate.
Baking:
Space cookies evenly. Bake until edges golden, about 12-14 minutes. Add salt while warm. Cool briefly before transferring.

Perfecting the Filling

Properly freezing the pistachio cream center is crucial. This step prevents the filling from melting too quickly, resulting in perfectly gooey centers once baked.

Technical Tips

  • Chill shaped cookies if dough becomes too soft
  • Use light-colored baking sheets
  • Garnish with extra toppings before baking
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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I prep everything the day before?
Absolutely. The dough and pistachio cream can be made ahead. Keep the unbaked cookies in the fridge for up to a day before baking.
→ What kind of pistachio cream works best?
Go for a thick pistachio spread with stabilizers so it doesn’t disappear into the cookie during baking.
→ How should I store them after baking?
Keep them in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat for gooey centers.
→ Can I freeze the baked cookies?
Yep, freeze in an airtight container for up to three months. Let them thaw first, then warm them up before eating.
→ Why is freezing the pistachio cream important?
Freezing ensures the pistachio core stays gooey and perfect as the cookie bakes.

Creamy Pistachio Cookies

Soft chocolate chip cookies bursting with pistachio cream in every gooey bite, topped with crunchy nuts and chocolate pieces.

Prep Time
40 Minutes
Cook Time
12 Minutes
Total Time
52 Minutes
By: Paolina

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 11 Servings (11 large cookies)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Cookie Base

01 180g plain flour
02 1 tablespoon of cornflour
03 ½ teaspoon of baking soda
04 ½ teaspoon of baking powder
05 ½ teaspoon of plain salt
06 115g butter, unsalted, melted, then cooled
07 100g of soft brown sugar
08 50g of white sugar
09 1 large egg, must be at room temperature
10 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence

→ Filling & Mix-ins

11 150g pistachio butter or spread
12 100g of dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped coarsely
13 50g pistachio nuts, shelled and roughly chopped
14 Flaky salt for scattering on top

Instructions

Step 01

Place a piece of parchment paper on a plate. Either spread the pistachio butter thickly or scoop out small blobs. Pop the plate in the freezer for at least 60 minutes, or until it’s solid. If you spread a thick layer, cut it into squares once frozen and toss those pieces back in the freezer.

Step 02

Mix together the flour, cornflour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a smaller bowl. Set it to the side.

Step 03

In a larger bowl, whisk the melted butter with the brown sugar and white sugar until it’s blended. Add in the egg and some vanilla, then whisk again until everything looks smooth and creamy.

Step 04

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and gently whisk until just about combined. Fold in the chopped chocolate and pistachio pieces until evenly distributed.

Step 05

Scoop out dough portions using a 4-tablespoon scoop and line them up on a baking tray or board. Pop the tray in the fridge for at least an hour until the dough firms up.

Step 06

Warm up your oven to 350°F. Flatten each chilled dough portion and place a piece of frozen pistachio butter in the center. Seal the dough around the filling. If you like, top with extra chocolate, nuts, or frozen butter pieces. Bake for about 11 to 12 minutes, just until the edges set and the middle stays soft. Sprinkle some flaky salt when they’re out of the oven.

Notes

  1. The pistachio filling will thicken as the cookies cool. Enjoy them while warm if you want a gooey center!
  2. Pick pistachio butter or spread that’s got thickeners. It keeps the filling from soaking into the cookie dough.

Tools You'll Need

  • A baking tray
  • Whisk
  • A 4-tablespoon-sized scoop
  • Parchment or baking paper

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Includes tree nuts (pistachios)
  • Contains dairy products
  • Eggs are used
  • Not gluten-free

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 348
  • Total Fat: 19 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 41 g
  • Protein: 5 g