Pistachio Filled Cookies

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28 Nov

Written By Brendan Saul

Makes: 12 (Large) Cookies | Prep Time: 45 Minutes | Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

2 cups buckwheat flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

226 grams (1 cup) butter

3/4 cup coconut sugar

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips

For The Pistachio Filling:

1/4 cup Pistachio butter (If you can’t find one with quality ingredients, you can simply roast the nuts for 10 minutes and blend until smooth)

1/4 Double cream

Instructions

Brown the Butter

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter foams, turns golden brown, and has a nutty aroma. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the pan from heat and let the browned butter cool slightly.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare Cookie Dough

In a medium bowl, whisk together buckwheat flour, baking powder, and sea salt.

In a large bowl, combine the cooled browned butter and coconut sugar, mixing until well blended. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the dark chocolate chips, then refridgerate your dough

Prepare your pistachio filling

In a small bowl add your pistachio butter and double cream & mix until beautifully combined. Then add your 12 x generous 1/2tbsp scoops either onto a baking tray or ideally into a silicone mould tray to freeze for 30 minutes.

Once frozen

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand.

Place a small amount of the frozen pistachio filling in the center of the dough.

Scoop another tablespoon of dough, flatten it, and place it on top of the filling. Seal the edges by pressing the dough together, forming a filled cookie ball.

Place the filled cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your choc chip cookie dough cookies with oozy pistachio filling while they’re still warm and gooey!

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How are they good for sleep?

Melatonin
Pistachios have a high concentration of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle, also known as the circadian rhythm. Consuming melatonin-rich foods can help increase the levels of this hormone in your body, signalling to your brain that it's time to wind down and prepare for sleep.
Falling Asleep Faster: Higher levels of melatonin can reduce the time it takes to fall asleep. This can be particularly beneficial for those who struggle with falling asleep quickly after going to bed.
Improving Sleep Quality: Melatonin not only helps you fall asleep but also improves the overall quality of sleep. It can help enhance deep sleep stages, which are crucial for feeling rested and rejuvenated.
Vitamin B6
Pistachios are a good source of Vitamin B6, which plays a role in the synthesis of neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA. These neurotransmitters are essential for regulating mood and promoting relaxation and sleep.
Magnesium Content
Dark chocolate is a good source of magnesium, a mineral that plays a role in regulating sleep. Magnesium helps to calm the nervous system, relax muscles, and improve overall sleep quality.
Serotonin Production
Dark chocolate contains tryptophan, an amino acid that the body uses to produce serotonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that promotes relaxation and mood stability, which can help with sleep.