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Pistachio Cream Bars

Irresistible Pistachio Cream Bars with Buttery Shortbread Crust

These delightful Pistachio Cream Bars combine creamy cheesecake and pudding flavors in a buttery crust, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar brown sugar gives a more caramel-like flavor
  • 1 cup salted butter use unsalted butter with a pinch of salt if desired
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese mascarpone cheese can be a delightful substitute
  • 1 cup powdered sugar ensures sweetness and a silky texture
  • 1 pkg pistachio instant pudding mix feel free to explore other pudding flavors
  • 1 cup milk any milk variety, including almond milk, works well
For Topping
  • 0.5 cups chopped pistachios substitute with walnuts or pecans for an alternative crunch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • oven
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pistachio Cream Bars
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Using an electric mixer, blend in softened salted butter until smooth. Press this dough into a greased 13x9 inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually add milk and pistachio instant pudding mix, mixing until combined and fluffy.
  3. Spread the creamy filling evenly over the cooled shortbread crust. Sprinkle chopped pistachios generously on top.
  4. Chill the assembled bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until the filling has set.
  5. Slice the chilled bars into squares for serving. For cleaner cuts, refrigerate them overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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