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Pistachio Almond Florentines – Delicate Nutty Lace Cookies

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Pistachio Almond Florentines are delicate lace cookies with a buttery caramel base, filled with toasted nuts and citrusy brightness, perfect for elegant gifting or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

  • Unsalted Butter: 6 tablespoons
  • Granulated Sugar: 1/3 cup
  • Light Corn Syrup: 2 tablespoons
  • All-Purpose Flour: 2 tablespoons
  • Orange Zest: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
  • Sliced Almonds: 3/4 cup
  • Chopped Pistachios: 1/2 cup
  • Vanilla Extract: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Optional Dark Chocolate: 4 ounces, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, melt butter, sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat until the mixture begins to bubble. Remove from heat.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Stir in flour, orange zest, salt, vanilla, almonds, and pistachios until well combined.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Drop teaspoon-sized amounts of batter onto prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 3 inches apart.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Bake 6–8 minutes or until golden brown and lacy at the edges. Keep a close eye, they brown quickly.
  6. Finishing Touches: Allow cookies to cool completely before removing from sheet. If desired, dip half of each in melted dark chocolate.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Plate them with a warm drink or gift them in a clear tin.

Notes

  • Chop nuts finely for even texture.
  • Use parchment or silicone to prevent sticking.
  • Let cookies cool fully before removing from the tray.

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Keywords: lace cookies, florentines, pistachio almond cookies, elegant cookies, buttery nut cookies, holiday treats

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