Chocolate Pistachio Swirl Cookies
These delightful Chocolate Pistachio Swirl Cookies are a colorful and delicious twist on the classic cookie for your dessert table. With a rich chocolate layer and a vibrant green pistachio layer, these pinwheels not only look festive but also offer a unique, nutty flavor. Perfect for parties, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a special treat. Note: Excludes 3 hours of refrigeration time.
40
Servings
52
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
refrigerated sugar cookie dough
16.5 ounces (divided in half)
instant pistachio pudding mix
3 tablespoons (none)
pistachios
2 tablespoons (finely chopped)
green food coloring
6 drops (none)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup (none)
light brown sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
Divide the sugar cookie dough in half.
2
In one half, knead in the instant pistachio pudding mix, finely chopped pistachios, and green food coloring until it is well combined and evenly colored.
3
Shape this new pistachio dough into a small rectangle, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
4
In the second half of the dough, knead in the unsweetened cocoa powder and light brown sugar until fully incorporated.
5
Shape the chocolate dough into a small rectangle, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6
Between two sheets of waxed paper, roll out the pistachio dough into a 12x8 inch rectangle. Repeat with the chocolate dough, straightening edges with a ruler for precision.
7
Remove the top sheet of waxed paper from the chocolate dough.
8
Peel off both sheets of waxed paper from the pistachio dough and carefully place it on top of the chocolate dough, making sure to leave a 1/4-inch border of chocolate on one long side.
9
Starting from the long side with the chocolate border, roll the doughs together tightly into a log, using the bottom sheet of waxed paper as a guide and peeling it away as you roll.
10
Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to ensure the pinwheels hold their shape when cut.
11
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
12
Slice the chilled dough log into 1/4-inch thick cookies.
13
Place the cookies on ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each.
14
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, until set but not browned.
15
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
7g
Carbs
0.75g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chocolate Pistachio Swirl Cookies?
These are colorful pinwheel cookies featuring a rich chocolate layer and a vibrant green pistachio layer offering a unique nutty flavor.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 40 servings.
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains 52 calories.
What is the base dough for this recipe?
The recipe uses 16.5 ounces of refrigerated sugar cookie dough divided in half.
What ingredients flavor the pistachio layer?
The pistachio layer is made with instant pistachio pudding mix, finely chopped pistachios, and green food coloring.
What flavors the chocolate layer?
The chocolate layer is flavored with unsweetened cocoa powder and light brown sugar.
How long should the individual dough rectangles chill initially?
Both the pistachio and chocolate dough rectangles should be refrigerated for 1 hour.
What size should the dough be rolled out to?
Each dough half should be rolled into a 12x8 inch rectangle.
What is the best way to roll the dough out?
Roll the dough between two sheets of waxed paper to prevent sticking.
How do I ensure the edges are precise?
You can use a ruler to straighten the edges of the dough rectangles for better precision.
How do I layer the doughs together?
Place the pistachio dough on top of the chocolate dough, leaving a 1/4-inch border of chocolate on one long side.
How do I roll the dough into a log?
Starting from the long side with the border, roll the doughs together tightly using the bottom sheet of waxed paper as a guide.
How long does the rolled log need to refrigerate?
The log should be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated for 2 hours.
Why is the second chilling period necessary?
It ensures the pinwheels hold their shape when you slice them into cookies.
At what temperature should I bake the cookies?
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How thick should each cookie slice be?
The chilled dough log should be sliced into 1/4-inch thick cookies.
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
No, the cookies should be placed on ungreased baking sheets.
What is the baking time for these cookies?
Bake the cookies for about 12 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when they are set but not browned.
Where should the cookies cool?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
How much fat is in one cookie?
Each serving contains 2.5 grams of fat.
What is the protein content per cookie?
There is 0.75 grams of protein in each cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each cookie has 7 grams of carbohydrates.
How much pistachio pudding mix is needed?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of instant pistachio pudding mix.
How much cocoa powder is used?
You will need 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How many drops of green food coloring should I use?
The recipe suggests 6 drops of green food coloring.
Is light brown sugar used in this recipe?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar are added to the chocolate dough.
What is the total refrigeration time required?
The recipe requires a total of 3 hours of refrigeration time.
How much preparation do the pistachios need?
The 2 tablespoons of pistachios should be finely chopped before being added to the dough.
What occasions are these cookies best for?
They are perfect for parties, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a festive sweet treat.