Pistachio Shortbread

Vegetarian
Pistachio Shortbread
45 min.
32
84kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Pistachio Shortbread, a treat that perfectly marries the rich, buttery flavor of traditional shortbread with the unique, nutty essence of pistachios. This vegetarian dessert is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, with its beautiful green flecks of pistachio adding a pop of color to your dessert table.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields 32 delectable pieces, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, parties, or simply to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures, with a crumbly yet melt-in-your-mouth consistency that will leave you craving more. At only 84 calories per piece, you can indulge without the guilt!

The process is simple and rewarding, starting with the gentle pulse of raw pistachios in a food processor, releasing their aromatic oils and flavors. The addition of chilled butter and a hint of vanilla creates a rich dough that is easy to work with. After a brief chill in the refrigerator, the dough is cut into perfect rectangles and baked to golden perfection, resulting in a shortbread that is both sophisticated and comforting.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests or treat yourself, these Pistachio Shortbreads are sure to become a favorite. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible cookies that are as delightful to make as they are to eat!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2" pieces (1 stick)
  • 4.5 ounces pistachios raw unsalted shelled
  • 0.3 teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground but not a paste, about 30 seconds.
  2. Add flour, sugar, butter, salt, and vanilla; pulse until mixture is the consistency of cornmeal. With machine running, drizzle in 2 tablespoons ice water (a crumbly dough should form; do not overprocess).
  3. Transfer dough to a sheet of parchment paper and pat into a rectangle. Top with another sheet of parchment and roll out to a 12x8" rectangle.
  4. Transfer dough (in parchment paper) to a baking sheet and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  5. Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350°F.
  6. Remove top sheet of parchment paper from dough and discard.
  7. Cut dough lengthwise into 8 equal strips, then each strip crosswise into quarters, forming 32 rectangles.
  8. Place rectangles on 2 parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing 1" apart.
  9. Bake shortbread until golden brown, rotating sheets halfway through, 18-20 minutes.
  10. Transfer to wire racks; let cool.
  11. DO AHEAD: Shortbread can be made 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories84kcal
Protein6.34%
Fat49.59%
Carbs44.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.53
Glycemic Load
5.97
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7139130412884%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:84.15kcal
4.21%
Fat:4.77g
7.33%
Saturated Fat:2.05g
12.84%
Carbohydrates:9.53g
3.18%
Net Carbohydrates:8.99g
3.27%
Sugar:5.01g
5.56%
Cholesterol:7.63mg
2.54%
Sodium:73.45mg
3.19%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:1.37g
2.74%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.41%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.17%
Selenium:2.12µg
3.03%
Copper:0.06mg
2.97%
Folate:11.08µg
2.77%
Phosphorus:24.82mg
2.48%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.35%
Iron:0.39mg
2.17%
Fiber:0.54g
2.17%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.09%
Vitamin A:98.96IU
1.98%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.72%
Magnesium:5.5mg
1.37%
Potassium:46.5mg
1.33%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.14%
Source:Epicurious