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If you’re a pistachio lover, these Pistachio Cream-Stuffed Cookies are about to become your new obsession. With a soft, chewy cookie exterior loaded with melty milk and dark chocolate, and a surprise center of creamy pistachio-white chocolate filling, these cookies are an indulgent treat that feels bakery-quality but is easy to make at home. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving something extra, this recipe delivers big flavor in every bite.

Makes: 6–8 large cookies
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: ~1.5 hours

Ingredients

Pistachio Cream Filling:

• 180 g white chocolate
• 100 g pistachios
• 2 tsp vegetable oil

Cookie Dough:

• 115 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 120 g brown sugar
• 70 g white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 245 g all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 200 g milk chocolate (chunks or chips)
• 100 g dark chocolate (chunks or chips)
• 80 g crushed pistachios

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Instructions

Make the Pistachio Cream Filling:

1. Blend pistachios in a food processor until smooth, forming a paste.
2. Melt the white chocolate using a microwave or double boiler.
3. Mix in the pistachio paste and vegetable oil until smooth and well combined.
4. Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes or until firm enough to scoop.
5. Scoop into 6–8 balls and chill until ready to use.

Make the Cookie Dough:

1. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with brown and white sugars until fluffy.
2. Add the egg and vanilla; mix until just combined.
3. Sift in flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix into a dough.
4. Fold in the milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and crushed pistachios.
5. Divide the dough into 6–8 portions. Flatten each, place a pistachio filling ball in the center, and wrap the dough around it to seal.
6. Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking tray.
7. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are just set.
8. Cool on the tray for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie – Approximate)

• Calories: 520
• Fat: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 3g

These pistachio cream-stuffed cookies are not only eye-catching but also deeply satisfying. The contrast between the nutty, silky center and the rich, chocolate-studded cookie makes each bite irresistible. Perfect with a cup of coffee or as a show-stopping dessert, they’re a must-bake for cookie lovers everywhere. Try them once, and you’ll be hooked!