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Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars

Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars That Melt in Your Mouth

These Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars have a soft, chewy texture and nutty sweetness, making them a delightful dessert for any spring celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 3.4 ounces pistachio pudding mix
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios for garnish
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk to reach desired consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and pistachio pudding mix, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  5. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and level the top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  8. Mix the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze, then pour over the cooled bars.
  9. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and slice into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the batter and allow the bars to cool completely before slicing for clean edges.

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