Pistachio Pudding Cookies | The Recipe Critic

Pistachio Pudding Cookies are super soft, chewy, and irresistible! They’re easy to make, and adding pistachio pudding mix gives this cookie recipe wonderful flavor and the perfect tender texture!

Ingredients You’ll Need

This pistachio pudding cookie recipe is made with classic baking ingredients. Just be sure to grab a box of instant pistachio pudding mix at the store. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

• Butter: Use salted butter to add richness.
• Granulated Sugar: Makes these perfectly sweet!
• Brown Sugar: provides sweet caramel-like flavor and moisture.
• Pudding Mix: One package of instant pistachio pudding flavors these cookies and makes them deliciously soft. Be sure to disregard any instructions on the box—this is just an add-in to the cookie dough.
• Eggs: Binds the ingredients and provides structure to the cookies.
• Vanilla Extract: Provides a subtle warm sweetness.
• Almond Extract: Enhances the nutty pistachio flavor.
• Baking Soda: Helps the cookies rise.
• Flour: For light tenderness, use all-purpose flour.
• White Chocolate: You can mix in chopped white chocolate or white chocolate chips.
• Pistachios: Chopped pistachios for a nutty crunch that further enhances the pistachio flavor.
• Green Food Coloring: To make your fun holiday parties more green, you can add a small amount of green food coloring.

How to Make Pistachio Pudding Cookies

These pistachio cookies could not be easier to prepare. They come together in just about 15 minutes, and there is no need to chill the dough!

1. Beat Butter and Sugar: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugars together until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Beat in Pudding Mix: Add the pudding mix and beat until combined.
3. Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, vanilla, and almond extract and beat until combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the flour and baking soda and mix until combined. If desired, add a very small amount of green food coloring to make the cookies a brighter shade.
5. Fold in Chocolate and Nuts: Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios by hand.
6. Bake: Scoop the dough using a smaller scoop (about 1 ½ tablespoons) and place on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 8-12 minutes.

More Ways to Use Instant Pudding Mix

Instant pudding mix is a versatile ingredient that not only makes the softest cookies but is also great for flavoring a variety of delicious desserts. Here are some of my favorite recipes using instant pudding mix. Which one will you try next?