St. Pattys Pistachio Pudding Cookies (Printable)

Soft, green-hued sweets combining pistachios and spinach with vanilla for a light, chewy bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
03 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Pistachio Mixture

04 - 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh baby spinach leaves

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - ¾ cup granulated sugar
08 - ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - ½ cup chopped pistachios
12 - ½ cup white chocolate chips, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a food processor, blend 1 cup pistachios with baby spinach until finely ground and vibrantly green.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
04 - In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
05 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
06 - Stir in the pistachio-spinach mixture until evenly combined.
07 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
08 - Fold in chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips if using.
09 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
10 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are still soft.
11 - Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Naturally colored with real pistachios and spinach—no artificial dyes needed
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Soft, chewy texture that stays fresh for days
  • Perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any festive occasion
  • Easy enough for beginner bakers with simple, straightforward steps
  • Customizable with your choice of chocolate chips or keep them nut-forward
02 -
  • Use fresh, vibrant spinach leaves for the brightest green color—wilted or dark leaves won't work as well
  • Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it's too soft to scoop easily, especially in warm kitchens
  • For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to portion the dough—a tablespoon-sized scoop works perfectly
  • Don't skip the cooling time on the baking sheet; this helps the cookies set properly without breaking
  • Toast your pistachios lightly before processing for a deeper, nuttier flavor
  • Freeze unbaked cookie dough balls for up to 3 months and bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 extra minutes to the baking time
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