Almond Pista Sticks

Here’s a delightful recipe for Eggless Almond Pista Sticks – a perfect crunchy snack with the nutty flavors of almonds and pistachios!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup butter or ghee (at room temperature)
• 2 tablespoons milk (for binding)
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and salt.
2. Add butter or ghee and mix until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Gradually add milk, a little at a time, to form a soft dough. Avoid over-kneading.

2. Shape the Sticks:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into sticks about 2-3 inches long.
3. Press chopped pistachios and almonds onto the top of each stick to garnish.

3. Bake the Sticks:

1. Arrange the sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
2. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
3. Allow the sticks to cool completely on a wire rack, where they will become crisp.

4. Serving:

• Serve the Eggless Almond Pista Sticks with tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

These crispy, nutty sticks are perfect for snacking and also make a wonderful gift option! Enjoy their rich, buttery flavor and the satisfying crunch of almonds and pistachios.

Instagram Reel Content Plan:

1. Opening Slide:
   • Image: Display of all the ingredients laid out attractively.
   • Text Overlay: “Snack Time? Let’s make Eggless Almond Pista Sticks! 🥜🌿”
2. Ingredient Highlights:
   • Image: Focus on almond flour, pistachios, and almonds.
   • Text Overlay: “Featuring: Almond Flour & Fresh Nuts”
3. Mixing the Dough:
   • Image: Ingredients being mixed in a bowl.
   • Text Overlay: “Mix until it’s just right! 🍚🥣”
4. Forming the Sticks:
   • Image: Rolling the dough into sticks.
   • Text Overlay: “Roll and shape into delicious sticks”
5. Adding Toppings:
   • Image: Pressing chopped pistachios and almonds onto each stick.
   • Text Overlay: “Top with pistachios & almonds for that extra crunch!”
6. Ready to Bake:
   • Image: Arranging the sticks on a baking sheet.
   • Text Overlay: “Off they go into the oven! 🚀🔥”
7. Baking Process:
   • Image: Sticks baking in the oven.
   • Text Overlay: “Bake at 350°F for 12-15 mins”
8. Cooling Down:
   • Image: Baked sticks cooling on a wire rack.
   • Text Overlay: “Wait for the magic to happen as they cool and crisp 🌟”
9. Final Presentation:
   • Image: A platter of Eggless Almond Pista Sticks served with tea.
   • Text Overlay: “Perfect with a cup of tea or as a splendid gift! 🎁☕”