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Delicious Dubai Chocolate Cookies Recipe with Nutty Pistachio Crunch

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These cookies combine rich chocolate flavor with a nutty pistachio crunch, offering a perfect balance of chewy and crisp textures. Inspired by Dubai’s flavors, they are quick, easy, and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (90 g) chopped pistachios, lightly toasted
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Toast the chopped pistachios on a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Stir frequently and let cool completely.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom if using. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or folding by hand until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Gently fold in the toasted pistachios evenly into the dough.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Slightly flatten each ball with your fingers.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly soft for a chewy texture.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use unsalted, shelled pistachios for balanced saltiness. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend. For vegan, replace butter with plant-based alternative and egg with flax egg. Watch baking time closely to keep cookies chewy. Chilling dough helps prevent spreading.

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