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Pistachio Cookie Bites

Pistachio Cookie Bites

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookie cups
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These pistachio cookie cups are rich, nutty, and indulgent. Featuring browned butter, white and dark chocolate, and a creamy pistachio filling, theyโ€™re the perfect treat for any occasion. With a buttery cookie base and a luscious pistachio cream center, these bite-sized delights are as stunning as they are delicious!


Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

  • 1/4 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/4 cup chopped white chocolate

  • 1/4 cup chopped salted roasted pistachios, plus more for garnish

  • 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate (70% cacao), divided

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  • 1/2 cup pistachio cream spread (such as Pistacchiosa)


Instructions

  • Brown the Butter:

    • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.

    • Cook until the butter becomes foamy and the milk solids turn golden brown (about 5 minutes).

    • Immediately pour into a small heatproof bowl and refrigerate until solidified (45 minutes to 1 hour).

  • Prepare the Dough:

    • Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).

    • In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.

    • Using an electric mixer, beat chilled browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).

    • Add egg and vanilla extract, then beat until well combined (about 15 seconds).

    • On low speed, gradually add flour mixture, mixing until just combined (about 1 minute).

    • Fold in white chocolate, pistachios, and ยผ cup dark chocolate.

  • Shape & Bake the Cookies:

    • Roll dough into 1-inch balls (about 1 tbsp each).

    • Place into a 24-cup non-stick mini muffin tray.

    • Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.

    • Immediately press down the center of each cookie using a rounded 1-teaspoon measuring spoon to create a well.

    • Let cool in the muffin tray for 15 minutes, then carefully remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely (20-30 minutes).

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  • Fill & Decorate:

    • Microwave remaining ยผ cup dark chocolate in 30-second intervals until fully melted.

    • Spoon 1 teaspoon pistachio cream into each cookie cup.

    • Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.

    • Sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

    • Refrigerate for 5 minutes until chocolate is set.


Notes

Storage & Tips

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  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

  • For extra richness, add a pinch of sea salt before serving.

  • Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie cup
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 65mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg