Ingredients:

  • 115g unsalted butter, softened
  • 150g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (50g)
  • 5ml pure vanilla extract
  • 60g finely ground pistachios
  • 35g roasted, salted pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 250g all-purpose flour
  • 5g baking powder
  • 1.5g salt
  • 0.5ml green food coloring (optional)
  • 25g granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 60g powdered sugar (for coating)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high until pale and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Stir in the finely ground pistachios and optional food coloring until the batter is a uniform light green.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped roasted pistachios using a spatula.
  6. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until the dough is firm.