Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are buttery, crisp, and just the right balance of sweet and tart — a small cookie that packs big flavor.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr30 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Holiday
Servings: 24cookies
Calories: 120kcal
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Baking Sheet
Plastic Wrap
Parchment Paper
Sharp Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
1cupunsalted butter, softened2 sticks
1/2cuppowdered sugar
2cupsall-purpose flour
1/2tspsalt
1/2tspvanilla extract
1/2cupdried cranberries, chopped
1/2cuppistachios, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until evenly combined.
Gradually blend in the flour until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped dried cranberries and pistachios with a spatula.
Divide the dough into two portions and shape each into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
Slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.