Keto Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

These Keto Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies have a delicious taste and tarty flavor. We prepare these shortbread cookies with almond flour, salt, finely ground pistachios, butter, vanilla extract, cranberry extract, and erythritol powder. These shortbread cookies contain 120 calories and 2.5 grams of net carbs. We make these shortbread cookies in just thirty-five minutes. These Keto Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies are ideal for appetizers, friend parties, weekend breakfasts, get-togethers, events, lunches, occasions, hectic days, snacks, functions, dinners, and desserts. We store these shortbread cookies in a freezer for 1-2 months, so you can prepare them earlier. You can serve these shortbread cookies with Almond Butter, Unsweetened Green Tea, Keto White Chocolate Drizzle, Whipped Cream, Vanilla Keto Ice Cream, or Cinnamon Sprinkle.

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STATS:

• Course: Dessert, Snack
• Calories: 120 kcal
• Diet: Keto
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: European
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Portion Size: 1 cookie
• Cooking mode: Baking
• Total servings: 18 cookies
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 35 minutes

TOOLS:

• Bowl
• Electric hand mixer
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Baking tray
• Parchment paper
• Knife

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup almond flour
• ½ cup butter
• ⅓ cup erythritol powder
• ¼ cup cranberry extract
• ¼ cup finely ground pistachios
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Almond flour will give a tender and buttery texture to the cookies. Swap it with a tiny quantity of coconut flour,  walnut flour, or sunflower seed flour.

BUTTER:

• We have to use butter, as it will provide an indulgent texture and help to maintain a cookie’s texture. Alternate it with vegan butter, ghee, or coconut oil.

ERYTHRITOL POWDER:

• This powder is utilized to deliver a mildly sweet taste to the cookies. As a replacement, use allulose, monk fruit, or stevia.

CRANBERRY EXTRACT:

• Cranberry extract provides a fruity and strong flavor to this dessert. We can also use finely chopped fresh cranberries or some drops of natural berry essence.

FINELY GROUND PISTACHIOS:

• Finely ground pistachios give color and crunchiness. You can use hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds, Pecans, or macadamia nuts instead.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

• We use vanilla extract to improve a sweet and buttery taste. Switch it out with maple extract, almond extract, or butter extract.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius & cover a sheet with paper for baking.
2. Add the erythritol powder and butter to a dish and beat them till the texture is fluffy and light.
3. Stir in the salt and vanilla extract till properly mixed.
4. Gently mix the almond flour till a soft dough is formed.
5. Whisk in the finely ground pistachios and cranberry extract.
6. Flatten the dough with the rolling pin and cut the cookies with the cutter.
7. Put the cookies on a sheet and bake till all the sides become golden, for eighteen minutes.
8. Cool the cookies for ten minutes on a sheet and then put them on a rack, so they will firm up.

TIPS:

• Make equal slices for even baking.
• Erythritol powder is used to keep the texture from becoming gritty.
• Refrigerate the dough for twenty minutes, so it will firm up.
• Do not bake these shortbread cookies too much, as they will not give a perfect texture.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

PAIRINGS:

• Cream Cheese
• Almond Butter
• Brie Cheese
• Mascarpone

DRINKS:

• Black Coffee
• Espresso
• Unsweetened Green Tea
• Herbal Tea

TOPPINGS:

• Keto White Chocolate Drizzle
• Lemon Zest
• Powdered Erythritol Dust
• Coconut Flakes

SIDES:

• Keto Yogurt
• Chia Pudding
• Whipped Cream
• Berries

EXTRAS:

• Pistachio Crumble
• Dried Cranberries
• Cinnamon Sprinkle
• Vanilla Keto Ice Cream

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Keep them in a closed box and stock them for a week.

FREEZER:

• Store uncooked dough or baked cookies for one to two months.

FAQs:

Are these shortbread cookies great for keto?

• Yes, as we prepare these shortbread cookies with each keto product.

Will we prepare these shortbread cookies with vegan items?

• Yes, you can use dairy-free items to make them for those with dairy intolerance.

Why do my shortbread cookies get crumbly?

• You can add a teaspoon of cream to bind the dough, though these shortbread cookies are crumbly on their own.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 120 kcal

Sodium: 55 mg

Net carbs: 2.5 g

Fiber: 1.5 g

Sugar: 1 g

Fats: 10 g

Proteins: 3 g

portion: 1 cookie

Total carbs: 4 g per cookie