Pistachio Ghee Cookies

Pistachio ghee cookies are rich, aromatic shortbread-style cookies are slightly crumbly, these cookies have a melt-in-the-mouth texture due to the ghee, which gives them a uniquely soft, buttery bite. The surface is often gently cracked, dotted with bits of finely chopped pistachios, and may carry the subtle shimmer of a pistachio pressed on top.

When you take a bite, the flavour is deeply aromatic ghee provides a warm, nutty richness that lingers, while pistachios paste add a delicate flavour and a distinct, slightly sweet nuttiness.

They’re not overly sweet, making them perfect for pairing with tea, coffee, or as part of a festive dessert platter.

Ingredients

150g all purpose flour

1/2 cup softened ghee (75g)*

3 tbsp pistachios paste (store bought)

180g icing sugar/ confectioner's sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp cardamom powder (optional)

Directions

1. Sift flour, baking powder and cardamom powder together. Keep it aside.
2. In a bowl, mix ghee, pistachio paste with icing sugar. (you can use an electric beater or use your hands.)
3. Add the flour mixture in small quantities and mix well. Knead it until you get a soft dough. (This dough should not be very sticky.)
   
   
   
4. Meanwhile preheat the oven to 150 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes. 
5. Make small balls out of the dough. (this doubles in size, make sure you make small balls)
6. Place the balls in a tray lined with parchment paper. Press in a whole pistachio, plums or any dried fruit in the centre. 
   
   
   
7. Bake the cookies for 15 minutes. 
8. Once baked, let it cool in the tray for 10-15 minutes before you remove. Enjoy!