Description
Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful dessert that brings together the soft, buttery goodness of sugar cookies with a rich pistachio pudding layer. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering, celebrating a birthday, or simply craving something sweet at home. With their unique flavor and creamy texture, they are not only easy to prepare but also an impressive treat to share with family and friends. Topped with crunchy pistachios, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while offering a refreshing twist on traditional cookie desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract; beat well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
- For the pistachio pudding layer, whisk together pudding mix, milk, and heavy cream in a separate bowl until thickened (about 5–10 minutes).
- Once cooled, spread the pistachio pudding over the cookie base and sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Feel free to experiment with toppings like chocolate chips or coconut flakes. For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.