Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour and salt; gradually mix into the creamed butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries and pistachios.
- Shape dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Slice the log into 1/4-inch rounds and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough is important for maintaining cookie shape. Use dried cranberries for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian