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Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars

Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars: Chewy Nutty Bliss Awaits

Experience the delightful Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars, featuring a perfect balance of chewy and crunchy textures with rich pistachio flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the Cookie Mixture
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
The Star Ingredient
  • 1 cup chopped pistachios
Optional Addition
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped pistachios and optional white chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out and transfer to a cooling rack before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results. Feel free to adjust the nuts for a personal touch!

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