Description
A delightful treat combining zesty lemon and crunchy pistachios, these Lemon Pistachio Olive Oil Cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
- 1 cup shelled and roughly chopped pistachios (about 150 grams)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1/2 cup olive oil (120 ml)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and olive oil, whisking until well blended. Add the lemon zest and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- To make it vegan, replace the granulated sugar with coconut sugar and omit any eggs.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Freeze cookies for later enjoyment by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet and then transferring to a freezer-safe bag.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon, Pistachio, Olive Oil, Cookies, Dessert, Baking