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Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars

Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars: Soft, Sweet, and Festive

These Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and visually captivating, making them the perfect festive dessert for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pistachio pudding mix use instant for best results
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in almond and vanilla extracts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of pistachio pudding mix and 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios.
  7. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then slice into bars once cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow bars to cool completely for the best texture and flavor before serving.

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