Pistachio and Coconut Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.
4. Mix in the pistachios and coconut.
5. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
6. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Pistachios are high in protein and contain healthy fats, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.
• Coconut is a versatile ingredient that can be used in sweet and savory dishes.
• Cookies are a popular treat in the United States and many other countries.