Chocolate Coconut Pistachio Cookies

Pistachios are one of the oldest flowering nut trees and are often referred to as the ‘smiling nut’ in Iran and the ‘happy nut’ in China.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 42 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Chocolate Coconut Pistachio Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 42 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup Pistachios, chopped
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the shredded coconut, chopped pistachios, and chocolate chips.
7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 190kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 19g7%

Sugars 13g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.