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Position oven rack in center and preheat to exactly 350°F while preparing baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Beat softened butter with both sugars using electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
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Add eggs and vanilla to butter mixture, beating until thoroughly combined and smooth.
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Whisk together flour, pudding powder, baking soda, and salt in separate bowl until evenly mixed.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking.
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Fold white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios into dough until evenly distributed.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into uniform balls.
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Place dough balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart for spreading.
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Gently press down each dough ball to encourage even spreading during baking.
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Optional: press additional chips and nuts into tops for appearance.
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Bake 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
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Rotate pans halfway through baking if needed for even browning.
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Remove from oven and let rest on baking sheets 2-3 minutes.
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Transfer cookies to cooling rack to cool completely.
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Store in airtight container once fully cooled.