Low Sodium Pistachio Cookies
Indulge in these guilt-free, flavorful Low Sodium Pistachio Cookies, a perfect balance of nutty richness and light sweetness! Made with unsalted butter, heart-healthy pistachios, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for added moisture, these cookies are a delightful treat for those watching their sodium intake without sacrificing taste. Using simple pantry staples and ready in just under 30 minutes, they’re an easy go-to for a wholesome dessert or snack. The recipe emphasizes a lower sodium content by skipping the salt while still delivering soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a satisfying crunch from the pistachios. Perfect for any occasion, these lightly golden cookies can be served with coffee, tea, or as a standalone treat to charm your taste buds!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 cup Unsalted shelled pistachios
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Step 4
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until the dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the unsalted shelled pistachios and the unsweetened applesauce until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Gently flatten each cookie dough ball with the back of a spoon or the palm of your hand.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (562.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2067.0 |
| Total Fat 80.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 310mg | 0% |
| Sodium 532.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 313.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 161.0g | |
| Protein 37.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 127.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 910.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories