Pistachio Pudding Cookies {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option}

cups  gluten-free all-purpose flour (I like Pillsbury gluten-free)

xanthan gum (leave out if your flour already has it)

baking soda

salt

  box 3.5-ounce gluten-free pistachio instant pudding and pie filling mix (I like Jell-O brand)

butter (softened to room temperature. (Dairy-free use Earth Balance or Smart Balance butter))

granulated sugar

packed brown sugar

egg (room temperature)

milk (dairy-free use coconut, almond or cashew milk)

gluten-free almond extract

gluten-free green food coloring or all natural food coloring (optional)

chopped pistachios (which all depends on how nutty you want them to be (optional))

gluten-free (and/or dairy-free white chocolate chips (optional))