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Lengua de Gato with Pistachios and White Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup finely chopped pistachios
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips

Special Equipment Needed:
- 2 baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- 2 mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar using an electric mixer.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture until fully combined.
6. Stir in pistachios and white chocolate chips.
7. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to ¼ inch thickness.
8. Cut out shapes using a cookie cutter and place on prepared baking sheets.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Let cool completely before serving.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes 24 cookies

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 120
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the butter, you can use margarine or coconut oil.
- For the white sugar, you can use brown sugar or coconut sugar.
- For the pistachios, you can use walnuts or almonds.
- For the white chocolate chips, you can use dark chocolate chips or peanut butter chips.

Variations:
- Add ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon for a spiced flavor.
- Add ½ cup of dried cranberries for a fruity flavor.
- Add ½ cup of shredded coconut for a tropical flavor.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming with the sugar.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling out for easier handling.
- Use a lightly floured rolling pin to prevent sticking.

Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve on a platter with a drizzle of melted white chocolate.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle with powdered sugar or chopped pistachios.

Pairings:
Pair with a hot cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a fruit salad or a green salad.

Troubleshooting Advice:
If the cookies are too soft, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Food Safety Advice:
Keep the cookie dough refrigerated until ready to use.

Food History:
Lengua de Gato is a traditional cookie from the Philippines. It is made with all-purpose flour, butter, sugar, and eggs. It is usually served during special occasions.

Flavor Profiles:
This cookie has a sweet and nutty flavor, with hints of vanilla and white chocolate.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or as a snack.

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Taste: Creamy, Nutty, Sweet, Savory