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Easy Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies

Easy Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy, chocolate-studded cookies loaded with buttery pistachios and finished with a hint of flaky salt. Simple steps, bakery-style results.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 37 minutes
Servings: 24

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.75 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.8 oz beaten egg from 1 large egg
  • 0.6 oz egg yolk from 1 large yolk
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2.3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cornstarch for extra softness
  • 0.75 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1.25 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.75 cup roasted pistachios, chopped unsalted, shelled
  • 0.25 tsp flaky sea salt for finishing, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  • Whisk flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and kosher salt in a bowl; set aside.
  • Cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
  • Mix in the dry ingredients on low just until the dough comes together; do not overmix.
  • Fold in chocolate chips and chopped pistachios until evenly distributed.
  • Chill the dough 15–20 minutes to firm slightly for cleaner scoops.
  • Scoop 1½-tablespoon mounds onto sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly soft.
  • Cool on the sheet 5 minutes, sprinkle flaky salt if using, then move to a rack.

Notes

Try swapping half the semi-sweet chips for dark chocolate chunks or add 1 tsp orange zest for a bright twist. Store cookies airtight at room temperature up to 4 days, or freeze portioned dough balls for fresh-baked cookies anytime.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.