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Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars Recipe

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Delight in these Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of nutty pistachios and sweet white chocolate chips baked into soft, chewy bars. Featuring a buttery base enriched with brown and granulated sugars, these bars offer a caramel-like sweetness and a delightful crunch, ideal for snack time or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup Brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup Chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup White chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures the leavening agent and salt are evenly distributed for consistent texture and flavor.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, taking about 2-3 minutes. This step adds air to the batter, resulting in tender bars.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well until fully combined. These ingredients help bind the dough and enhance flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixes: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
  6. Fold in Pistachios and White Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the chopped pistachios and optional white chocolate chips, distributing evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Pour and Smooth Batter: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading the batter evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
  8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating a perfect bake.
  9. Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool in the pan completely. Then, lift them out using the parchment paper lining and cut into 16 squares for serving.

Notes

  • For an extra flavor boost, toast the chopped pistachios lightly before folding them in.
  • White chocolate chips are optional but add a creamy sweetness that complements the pistachios.
  • Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, to achieve the right texture when creaming with sugars.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Keywords: pistachio cookie bars, white chocolate, dessert bars, baked cookies, nutty desserts, sweet snack

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