🍪🌰 Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies… Elegant Buttery Cookies with a Festive Twist!

😍 If you’re looking for a beautiful homemade cookie that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching, these Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are the perfect choice. Rich, buttery shortbread is filled with tart dried cranberries and crunchy pistachios, creating a delightful balance of flavor and texture. Their vibrant red and green colors make them especially popular during holidays, celebrations, and special occasions.

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📋 Recipe Information

* 🏷️ Recipe Name: Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

* 🍽️ Category: Cookies & Desserts

* 🌍 Cuisine: International

* ⏱️ Prep Time: 20 minutes

* ❄️ Chilling Time: 1 hour

* 🔥 Baking Time: 12–15 minutes

* ⌛ Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

* 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Servings: 24 cookies

* ⭐ Difficulty Level: Easy

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🛒 Ingredients

* 🧈 225 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened

* 🍚 ¾ cup powdered sugar

* 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* 🌾 2½ cups all-purpose flour

* 🧂 Pinch of salt

* 🌰 ¾ cup pistachios, roughly chopped

* 🍒 ¾ cup dried cranberries

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ In a large bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar until light and creamy.

2️⃣ Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

3️⃣ Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.

4️⃣ Fold in the chopped pistachios and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.

5️⃣ Divide the dough into two portions and shape each into a log about 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter.

6️⃣ Wrap the dough logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.

7️⃣ Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

8️⃣ Slice the chilled dough into 1 cm thick rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking tray.

9️⃣ Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

🔟 Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

✨ Serve with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.

✨ Perfect for holiday cookie platters and gift boxes.

✨ Great for afternoon tea gatherings.

✨ Store in decorative tins for a thoughtful homemade gift.

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💡 Tips for Success

✔️ Do not overmix the dough to maintain a tender shortbread texture.

✔️ Chilling the dough helps the cookies keep their shape while baking.

✔️ Substitute pistachios with almonds, pecans, or walnuts if desired.

✔️ Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

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🥗 Approximate Nutrition Information (Per Cookie)

* 🔥 Calories: 120 kcal

* 💪 Protein: 2 g

* 🧈 Fat: 7 g

* 🍞 Carbohydrates: 13 g

* 🌾 Fiber: 1 g