Description
Delicious pistachio cookie bars with a cream cheese frosting, featuring real pistachios and a perfect chewy texture.
Ingredients
- Instant pistachio pudding mix (or vanilla pudding mix + pistachio extract)
- Room temperature butter
- Room temperature cream cheese
- All-purpose flour
- Pistachios (natural or bright green)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Standard baking ingredients (eggs, sugar, etc.)
Instructions
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Mix ingredients according to recipe specifications.
- Spread batter evenly in prepared baking pan.
- Bake until edges are lightly golden.
- Test doneness with a toothpick – should have few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
- Store in an airtight container.
- For dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and cream cheese alternatives.
- Natural pistachios can be used instead of green ones.
- Add food coloring if desired for more vibrant color.
- Don’t overbake to prevent dryness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
Keywords: pistachio bars, cookie bars, cream cheese frosting, pistachio dessert, make-ahead dessert
