Description
Indulgent pistachio dream cookie bars blend nutty richness with silky sweetness, creating a Mediterranean-inspired dessert. Creamy layers and crumbly textures promise a delightful escape you’ll savor bite by bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 package sugar cookie mix
- 3.4 ounces (96 grams) pistachio instant pudding mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 375°F (190°C), allowing sufficient time for thorough preheating.
- Combine softened butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding mix in a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer to create a smooth, homogeneous blend with no visible lumps.
- Gradually fold the sugar cookie mix into the creamy mixture, stirring methodically until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough emerges.
- Coat a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet with a thin layer of cooking spray or butter, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Gently distribute the prepared dough across the baking sheet, using clean hands or a spatula to spread it evenly and create a uniform thickness.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven, positioning it in the center rack for consistent heat distribution.
- Monitor the cookie bars closely, watching for delicate golden edges as an indicator of doneness, which typically occurs between 10-12 minutes.
- Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, allowing the cookie bars to cool completely on a wire rack to prevent continued cooking.
- Once thoroughly cooled, slice the cookie bars into uniform rectangles or squares using a sharp knife, creating clean, precise edges.
Notes
- Capture the essence of nutty sweetness with these dreamy pistachio-infused cookie bars that blend creamy pudding mix and sugar cookie base.
- Softened butter is crucial for achieving a smooth, creamy texture that helps bind ingredients perfectly and ensures a melt-in-your-mouth consistency.
- Precise oven temperature matters significantly, as 375°F creates golden edges and maintains the delicate balance between crisp exterior and tender interior.
- Spreading dough evenly across the baking sheet guarantees uniform baking and prevents uneven texture or inconsistent doneness in different areas.
- Cooling completely before slicing prevents crumbling and helps bars set properly, allowing clean, sharp cuts for picture-perfect presentation.
- Storage tip: Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their delightful texture and rich pistachio flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg