These Dark Chocolate Pistachio Cookies blend the rich intensity of dark chocolate with the crunchy, nutty flavor of pistachios, all wrapped up in a buttery, soft dough. Each cookie is finished with a touch of sea salt, enhancing the deep chocolate and pistachio flavors, creating a sophisticated balance of sweet and savory.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies are a perfect treat for those who appreciate a gourmet twist on classic sweets. The combination of dark chocolate and pistachios not only offers a satisfying texture but also a rich mosaic of flavors that elevate this cookie beyond the ordinary. The hint of sea salt at the end is the pièce de résistance that brings all the flavors together.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are fantastic for special gatherings like book clubs, coffee meet-ups, or as a refined dessert at dinner parties. They're also ideal for festive occasions, making excellent gifts during the holidays or as a thoughtful treat for hosts.
Decoration Tips: For an extra elegant touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies and sprinkle a few crushed pistachios and a light dusting of flaky sea salt on top. This not only adds to the visual appeal but also intensifies the flavors.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, browned
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of dark brown sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 bar of dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup of pistachios, chopped
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
Directions:
- To prepare the cookie dough, brown the butter in a small pan over medium heat until it shows specks of brown. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a bowl, combine the cooled butter with the sugars until well mixed. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Sift in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until the mixture begins to form a rough dough.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios and dark chocolate pieces until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Wrap the dough and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled dough into balls and place them on the prepared tray.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are just set.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, sprinkle the cookies with a bit of sea salt.
Enjoy!
