Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies (Print Version)
Soft chewy treats with browned butter, honey, roasted pistachios, and sea salt for a perfect sweet-salty balance.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup salted butter, browned and cooled
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½ cup light brown sugar
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup honey
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1 large egg
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1 tbsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp coarse sea salt
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1 tsp baking soda
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup chopped roasted pistachios
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1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
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Flaked sea salt for garnish (optional)
# Steps:
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Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it develops a nutty aroma and golden color. Allow it to cool for 20-30 minutes before using.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, combine cooled browned butter with light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and honey until creamy and well incorporated.
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Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, sea salt, and baking soda until mixture is smooth.
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Gradually stir in the flour until just combined, then fold in the chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips if using.
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Scoop dough balls onto prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. While still warm, sprinkle with flaked sea salt if desired.
# Notes:
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Browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor—don't skip this essential step.
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For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
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Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.
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Customize with additions like lemon zest, warm spices, or alternative nuts.