Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp matcha powder 🍵
- ½ cup butter, softened 🧈
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios 💚
- ¼ cup dried cranberries 🍒
- Powdered sugar for topping
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🥣 Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, mix softened butter and sugar until creamy.
- Add vanilla extract and stir well.
🍵 Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients
- Add flour and matcha powder.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
💚 Step 3: Fold in Toppings
- Gently mix in chopped pistachios and dried cranberries.
🍩 Step 4: Shape the Cookies
- Take small portions of dough and shape them into rings.
- Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
🔥 Step 5: Bake
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
❄️ Step 6: Cool & Finish
- Let cookies cool completely.
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar for a bakery-style look.
💡 Tips
- Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it feels sticky.
- Use high-quality matcha for the best green color.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
❓ Q/A
❓ Can I use almonds instead of pistachios?
✅ Yes, almonds or walnuts work great too.
❓ Why are my cookies dry?
✅ Overbaking can dry them out, so bake just until lightly golden.