Pistachio Pearls
Pistachio Pearls are a festive variation on the classic Wedding Cookie using pistachios and matcha powder for a gorgeous green hue.
Ingredients
- 3 cups blanched almond flour
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons matcha powder
- 1 cup raw, shelled pistachios
- 4 tablespoons solid virgin coconut oil
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- Confectioner's sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine almond flour, salt, baking soda, matcha and pistachios. Process until pistachios are in fine pieces. Pulse in coconut oil, honey and vanilla until dough comes together.
- Use a tablespoon–sized cookie scoop or spoon to measure out balls and roll them in your hands until smooth.
- Place on parchment-lined cookie sheets and bake at 325° for about 7 minutes until just starting to brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Roll balls in confectioner's sugar to coat. Roll once more before serving. Makes about 3 dozen delicious cookies.
Notes
Tips for Success:
- Use raw green pistachios rather than roasted and salted ones so that you get a sweeter flavor.
- For a vegan option, substitute 3 tablespoons maple syrup for the 4 tablespoons honey.
- Watch the cookies carefully in the oven, as they will start to brown quickly!
- Roll the balls once to coat and then once more to freshen up before serving.
- Enjoy!!
Servings: 3 dozen