Pistachio Thins

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pistachios (shelled) - 2 cups (280g)
2. All-purpose flour - 1 cup (125g)
3. Sugar - 1/2 cup (100g)
4. Unsalted butter - 100g (melted)
5. Egg - 1 large (50g)
6. Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
7. Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
8. Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a food processor, combine pistachios and sugar and pulse until ground.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pistachios, flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
5. Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop the dough in spoonfuls onto the sheet, leaving room for spreading.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total) Calories: 350kcal | Fat: 20g | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy and thin with a subtle vanilla flavor.
• A perfect balance of pistachio's nuttiness and sweetness from the sugar.
• Great as a snack or paired with coffee or tea.

User Comments:

1. "These are so good! The perfect blend of flavors and texture." - John Smith
2. "I love the combination of pistachios and vanilla in these cookies." - Jane Doe
3. "These are addictive! I couldn't stop eating them." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh, dry pistachios for best results. Avoid using salted pistachios as they may alter the flavor of the cookies.
• For best texture, do not overmix the dough. Mix until combined and no more.
• Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to ensure they maintain their crispness.