Soft, chewy, and utterly irresistible, Pistachio Pudding Cookies are the perfect combination of nutty pistachios and creamy white chocolate chips. Their beautiful green hue comes from instant pistachio pudding mix, giving them a tender texture and a flavor that lasts for days.
If you love cookies, you’ll also enjoy: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Coconut Macaroons, and Peanut Butter Blossoms!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
- Soft and Chewy: The instant pudding mix keeps these cookies tender for days.
- Beautiful Color: Optional food coloring enhances the natural pistachio green, perfect for festive occasions.
- Easy to Make: Ready in about 50 minutes, including chill time.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 3.4 oz instant pistachio pudding mix (1 box)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp clear vanilla extract
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- Green or blue food coloring (optional)
Tip: Use clear vanilla extract to keep the cookies’ green color vibrant.
How to Make Pistachio Pudding Cookies
- Prep Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually stir in the dry ingredients. Add food coloring now if desired for a deeper green.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios. Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the sheet. Bake 12–14 minutes, or until cookies are set.
- Finish: Remove from oven and gently press a few extra white chocolate chips into the tops of the cookies. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Storage
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Variations to Try
- Swap white chocolate chips for dark or semi-sweet chocolate.