why make this recipe

This recipe is quick and easy. It uses a few common ingredients. The bars taste sweet and nutty. Kids and guests often like them. You can bake a large pan fast.

introduction

Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars are soft, sweet bars with pistachio pudding mixed into a sugar cookie base. They bake in one pan and cut into squares. The color and mild nutty flavor make them simple and fun to serve.

how to make Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars

You mix butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding. Then you add the sugar cookie mix to make a sticky dough. Press the dough in a greased 10 x 15-inch pan and bake. Let it cool fully, then cut into bars.

Ingredients :

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
3.4 oz pistachio instant pudding mix
1 package sugar cookie mix

Directions :

Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding mix until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar cookie mix, stirring until a sticky dough forms. Grease a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet and press the dough evenly into the pan, spreading it to the edges. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the pan to cool completely before slicing the dough into bars. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.

how to serve Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars

Serve bars on a plate with a glass of milk, coffee, or tea. Add a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of white chocolate for a nicer look. Top with chopped pistachios for crunch.

how to store Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars

Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap bars and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature before serving.

tips to make Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars

Use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
Press dough evenly so bars bake the same all over.
Do not overbake. Edges should be lightly golden.
Let the pan cool fully before cutting to keep clean edges.
Line the pan with foil for easier removal and cleanup.

variation (if any)

Mix in 1/2 cup chopped pistachios for crunch.
Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled bars.
Add 1/2 tsp almond extract for more nutty flavor.
Stir in a few drops green food coloring if you want a brighter color.

FAQs

Q: Can I use a different pudding flavor?
A: Yes. You can use vanilla or lemon pudding for a different taste.

Q: Can I use a different cookie mix?
A: Yes. Most soft cookie mixes will work, but baking time may change.

Q: Can I add nuts?
A: Yes. Stir in chopped pistachios or sprinkle them on top after baking.

Q: Are these gluten-free?
A: Not with a standard sugar cookie mix. Use a gluten-free cookie mix to make them gluten-free.

Q: Why did my bars fall apart?
A: They may need more time to cool. Also press the dough firmly into the pan before baking.

Conclusion

For another easy pistachio bar idea, try this recipe: Pistachio Cookie Bars | The Girl Who Ate Everything

Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars

Author: kaoucheegmail-com
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Deliciously soft and sweet bars made with pistachio pudding and a sugar cookie base.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
3.4 oz pistachio instant pudding mix
1 package sugar cookie mix

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding mix until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the sugar cookie mix, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
Grease a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet and press the dough evenly into the pan, spreading it to the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the pan to cool completely before slicing the dough into bars.
Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for easier mixing. Press dough evenly for uniform baking. Let cool fully before cutting for clean edges.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 200
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

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