Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies Recipe
Delight in these Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies, combining the rich nuttiness of browned butter and roasted pistachios with the natural sweetness of honey and a hint of sea salt. These chewy cookies offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, complemented by optional white chocolate chips for an extra touch of indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter (browned and cooled)
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
Add-ins
- 1 cup chopped roasted pistachios
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
For Garnish
- Flaked sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the salted butter over medium heat and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool for 20–30 minutes to prevent cooking the egg in the dough.
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and honey. Use a whisk or electric mixer to blend until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Then, add the egg, vanilla extract, coarse sea salt, and baking soda, mixing thoroughly to incorporate.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Mix-ins: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Fold in the chopped roasted pistachios and white chocolate chips if using, ensuring an even distribution without overmixing to maintain cookie texture.
- Form Cookies and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers appear set but still soft.
- Cool and Garnish: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle with flaked sea salt if desired to enhance the flavor profile.
Notes
- For a more intense nutty flavor, ensure you brown the butter carefully without burning.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes prior to baking can help prevent spreading, for thicker cookies.
- White chocolate chips are optional but add a lovely sweetness that balances the salty pistachios.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Flaked sea salt garnish is optional but highly recommended for a gourmet touch and enhanced saltiness.
Keywords: Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies, Browned Butter Cookies, Honey Cookies, Pistachio Cookies, White Chocolate Chip Cookies, Homemade Cookies
