Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa Cookies
These indulgent Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa Cookies are a fusion of crunchy pistachios, sweet kunafa dough, and rich chocolate. Perfect for a unique twist on your classic cookie recipes, they offer a delightful texture and irresistible flavor combination that’s bound to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 cookies
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1 ½ cups kunafa dough (shredded phyllo dough can be used as a substitute)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp honey (optional for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gently fold the kunafa dough into the wet mixture, followed by the chopped pistachios.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and honey (optional).
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and the edges are slightly crisp.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, try drizzling melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.
- You can also toast the pistachios slightly for a richer flavor before adding them to the dough.
- If you prefer softer cookies, reduce the baking time by a minute or two.
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