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Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars Delight

These Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars are melt-in-your-mouth delights, perfect for holiday gatherings and easy to prepare with vibrant color and nutty flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Butter softened; can substitute with margarine for dairy-free
  • 1 box Instant Pistachio Pudding Mix ensure it’s dry
  • 1 cup Sugar brown sugar optional for caramel-like flavor
  • 2 large Eggs flax eggs can be used for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can omit if using more almond extract instead
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract optional; increase vanilla if omitted
  • 2 cups Flour do not substitute for desired texture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder baking soda can substitute with slight adjustment
  • 1 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened; vegan alternative works
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar no direct substitutes for texture
For Garnish
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pistachios optional; can omit or use other nuts

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking pan
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, instant pistachio pudding mix, and sugar for 2-3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, vanilla, and almond extracts to the creamed mixture and beat on medium speed until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, gently folding until just combined.
  5. Press the dough evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes until lightly golden brown around the edges.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla until creamy.
  9. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled bars and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
  10. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. For freezing, wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag.

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