Air Fryer Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
Description
Shortbread cookies are a classic holiday cookie. They're simple to make and always taste delicious. This recipe for Air Fryer Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies is a fun twist on the traditional recipe. The air fryer gives the cookies a crispy texture, and the cranberry and pistachio flavors pair perfectly together. These cookies are sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 sticks butter, cold and unsalted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3/4 cup cranberries, dried
- 3/4 cup pistachios, no shells
Instructions
- Start by cutting the butter into small cubes. Set aside.
- Next, in a large bowl combine the sugar, salt, flour, and cornstarch.
- Add the butter cubes to the dry mixture.
- Using a hand mixer, stand mixer, your hands or masher thoroughly combine all ingredients. Once it’s mixed well fold in dried cranberries and pistachios with a spatula.
- Dough should be a little sticky. Cover bowl with plastic and refrigerate for two hours.
- When you’re ready to bake remove from fridge.
- Preheat air fryer to 300 degrees F.
- Line basket with parchment. Roll cookies into small two inch round balls. Place on parchment paper.
- Air fry for about 16-18 minutes or until they reach a nice golden brown color.
- Remove and cool on the wire rack.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Parchment Paper
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0.01mgSodium: 167mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 31IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 2mg