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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

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Indulge in the festive flavors of Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies, the holiday treat that looks as fancy as it tastes! These cookies are buttery and rich, studded with tart cranberries and crunchy pistachios, then elegantly drizzled with white chocolate. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy winter evenings, they bring a touch of gourmet elegance to your dessert table. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll impress your friends and family without the stress of complicated baking. Whether enjoyed with a warm beverage or gifted beautifully, these cookies are sure to become a favorite seasonal delight.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
  • Zest of 1 orange (optional)
  • 4 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until it’s light and fluffy—about 3–4 minutes with an electric mixer. Add vanilla and almond extracts and mix until combined.
  3. Add flour and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined. Don’t overmix or your shortbread will be tough.
  4. Fold in chopped cranberries, pistachios, and orange zest if you’re using it.
  5. Press the dough evenly into your prepared pan. Score the top lightly into squares or rectangles. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. The center should still look slightly underbaked. Let it cool completely in the pan before cutting.
  6. Melt white chocolate and coconut oil in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each interval until smooth. Drizzle over cooled shortbread and let set for about 15 minutes.
  7. Use the parchment overhang to lift the shortbread out of the pan and cut into squares or bars.

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