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Orange Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with Chopped Pistachios
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream 1 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the zest of 1 orange and 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the mixture, and mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unwrap the chilled dough logs and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the chopped pistachios, gently pressing them into the dough to adhere.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, the cookies are ready to be enjoyed!
The history of Orange Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios can be traced back to the Middle East, where the use of cardamom and pistachios in desserts is a culinary tradition. This delightful combination of flavors was later embraced by European bakers, who incorporated it into their own repertoire of sweet treats. The aromatic blend of orange and cardamom infuses the buttery shortbread with a tantalizing fragrance, while the addition of chopped pistachios provides a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. Renowned chefs and bakeries, such as Ottolenghi in London and Tartine Bakery in San Francisco, have perfected this recipe, elevating it to a gourmet delight. For the best version of this dish, sourcing high-quality pistachios and using fresh orange zest are crucial. The cookies should be baked until just golden, ensuring a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a sophisticated dessert, these cookies are a true delight for the senses.
27 min
24 cookies
120 per cookie calories
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