When pastries meet pizzas, a new dessert sensation is born — introducing the Cookie Pizza Pistachio Milk Chocolate! Inspired by the famous XXL Cookie Pizza at Cédric Grolet’s Parisian coffee shop, this version is nothing short of spectacular.
What Makes This Recipe So Special
- No chilling time required: Unlike many cookie doughs that need to rest in the fridge, this dough is ready to bake right after mixing.
- Perfect texture balance: The crunchy outer edges give way to a chewy, soft center. With a layer of silky ganache, nutty pistachio praline, and crunchy roasted pistachios, every bite offers a perfect blend of textures.
- Visually stunning: Baked in a pizza format, served in slices, and topped like a gourmet pastry, this cookie pizza is a showstopper for parties, birthdays, or cozy weekends at home.
Key Ingredients & Why They Matter
- Softened butter (“beurre pommade”): Crucial for a smooth dough and a soft cookie crumb. If using salted butter, reduce added salt in the recipe.
- Vergeoise sugar (light brown): Adds a deep, caramel flavor and chewy texture.
- White sugar: Contributes to crisp edges and balances the moisture.
- Natural vanilla extract or powder: Enhances the pistachio flavor; avoid vanilla sugar for best results.
- Egg (cold, large): Helps hold the dough together and adds structure. Using it straight from the fridge eliminates the need to chill the dough.
- All-purpose flour (or T45/T55): Gives body to the dough; flexible in terms of type.
- Pistachio paste (100% pistachios): Infuses the cookie with pure pistachio flavor and a vibrant green hue. Use only high-quality paste or omit if unavailable.
- Roasted salted pistachios: Add crunch and a contrast of salty to sweet.
- Milk chocolate (from a bar, chopped): Superior melting and rich taste compared to pre-packaged chips.
- Ganache made from milk and dark chocolate: Provides a creamy, luxurious topping.
- Pistachio praline: A finishing touch that adds both beauty and flavor.
Ingredients (for a 20 cm / 8-inch cookie pizza)
For the cookie dough:
- 120 g softened butter
- 30 g pistachio paste (optional but recommended)
- 60 g light brown sugar (vergeoise blonde)
- 50 g white sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract or vanilla powder
- 1 large egg (cold)
- 180 g flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 45 g roasted, salted pistachios (30 g in dough, 15 g for topping)
- 100 g chopped milk chocolate
For the ganache:
- 80 g heavy cream (30% fat)
- 50 g milk chocolate
- 60 g dark chocolate (around 54% cocoa)
For decoration:
- Pistachio praline
- Extra roasted pistachios
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, pistachio paste, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and creamy. - Incorporate the wet ingredients
Add the cold egg and vanilla, then mix well until fully incorporated. - Add the dry ingredients
Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Use a spatula to avoid overworking the dough. - Mix in the pistachios and chocolate
Stir in the chopped pistachios (reserving some for topping) and milk chocolate chunks. - Shape and bake the cookie
On a parchment-lined baking sheet, shape the dough into a circle about 20 cm wide. Press a few more pistachios into the top. Bake at 180 °C (350 °F) for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden on the edges and soft in the center. - Cool the cookie
Immediately transfer the cookie to a cold tray or wire rack to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely before decorating. - Prepare the ganache
Chop both chocolates finely. Heat the cream just to a simmer and pour over the chocolate. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth. If needed, warm it gently to reach a spreadable consistency. - Decorate the cookie pizza
Pour or pipe the ganache over the cooled cookie. Add dots or swirls of pistachio praline, then sprinkle with more roasted pistachios for texture and contrast.
Serving & Storage Tips
- Serve the cookie pizza warm or at room temperature, cut into slices like a real pizza.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- The cookie stays soft and chewy, and the flavor intensifies as it sits.
Why You’ll Love This Cookie Pizza
This dessert brings the wow factor with minimal effort. It combines the best of soft-baked cookies, luxurious ganache, and the irresistible crunch of pistachios — all served in a playful pizza shape. Whether for a celebration or a cozy night in, this cookie pizza is guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.