Pistachio Thumbprint Cookies

Elevate your cookie game with these irresistible Pistachio Thumbprint Cookies, a delightful combination of buttery shortbread, nutty pistachios, and a sweet jam-filled center. Perfectly golden and tender, each cookie is rolled in finely chopped pistachios for a satisfying crunch that complements the soft, melt-in-your-mouth dough. With a pop of vibrant jam—whether you choose raspberry, apricot, or strawberry—these cookies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in under 35 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe yields 24 cookies and is ideal for holiday trays, afternoon tea, or gifting. Discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures with these crowd-pleasing pistachio cookies!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:14 mins

Total Time:34 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Finely chopped pistachios
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Jam (e.g., raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the vanilla extract and egg until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon of dough each).

Step 7

Roll each ball in the finely chopped pistachios, gently pressing to adhere the nuts to the dough.

Step 8

Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press an indentation into the center of each cookie.

Step 10

Fill each indentation with a small amount of jam (about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon).

Step 11

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 12

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(919.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4189.2

Total Fat 254.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 736.2mg	0%
Sodium 766.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 443.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 218.8g
Protein 57.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 240.9mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1606.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 41.4%