Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl whisk together flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, and salt.
• In a large bowl beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
• Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and almond extract. If using, add gel food coloring and mix just until the color is even.
• Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low just until a soft dough forms; do not overmix.
• Fold in chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
• Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon portions and place 2 inches apart on prepared sheets.
• Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft.
• Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.