Chewy Salted Chocolate Pistachio Cookies | Best Cookie Recipe by Sarah Ait dahan

Chewy Salted Chocolate Pistachio Cookies

Welcome to my kitchen! I'm Sarah Ait dahan, and I'm obsessed with the combination of dark chocolate and pistachio. These cookies are my latest creation: distinctively green, incredibly chewy, and punctuated with pools of melted chocolate and crunchy nuts. The final sprinkle of sea salt elevates them to a gourmet level.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This isn't just another chocolate chip cookie. The pistachios bring a buttery, floral note that pairs perfectly with the bitterness of dark chocolate. The texture is soft in the center with crispy edges—the holy grail of cookies.

Ingredients Notes

• Pistachios: Use shelled, unsalted roasted pistachios. The color really pops if you roughly chop them.
• Dark Chocolate: I recommend a 70% dark chocolate bar chopped into chunks rather than chips for better melt.
• Sea Salt: Flaky sea salt (like Maldon) is essential for the finish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Fold in the dry ingredients, then stir in the chocolate chunks and pistachios. The dough will be thick and studded with goodness.

Step 2: Chill

This is crucial: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes. This prevents spreading and deepens the flavor.

Step 3: Scoop and Bake

Scoop the dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes. They will look underbaked in the center—that's what you want! Let them cool on the pan to set.

Sarah's Pro Tips

• Bang the Pan: For that crinkled look, bang the pan on the counter once halfway through baking.
• Extra Toppings: Press a few extra pistachio pieces and chocolate chunks on top of the warm cookies for a bakery-style look.