Description

These thick and chewy monster-sized cookies blend the aromatic warmth of ground cardamom with the salty crunch of roasted pistachios. Finished with a citrus-infused spiced sugar coating, they offer a sophisticated yet decadent treat that stays soft for days.

Ingredients

1 cup salted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons orange zest, divided
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup roasted salted pistachios, finely ground
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup extra chopped pistachios for topping

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Instructions

In a large bowl, cream together the softened salted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, honey, and half of the orange zest until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined, then fold in the finely ground pistachios and let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cardamom, and salt in a separate bowl.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined, then cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, rub the remaining orange zest into 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, then stir in the remaining cardamom and cinnamon.
Scoop 1.35-oz portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat thoroughly in the spiced sugar before placing on the baking sheets.
Press extra pistachio pieces into the tops and bake for 11 to 13 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure your pistachios are ground into a fine meal but not over-processed into a paste. Chilling the dough is a critical step to prevent these oversized cookies from spreading too thin, ensuring that signature gooey center and thick structure.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American