Description
These Buttery Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful treat with a rich buttery flavor and a hint of pistachio in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Bars:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped roasted pistachios
- 1/4 cup pistachio paste (optional for added flavor)
- additional chopped pistachios for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract (and pistachio paste if using) until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Prepare Dough: Fold in the chopped pistachios. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake: Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
- Cool and Glaze: Let cool completely in the pan. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with enough milk to make a smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars and sprinkle with extra chopped pistachios. Let the glaze set before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a greener color and more intense flavor, use pistachio paste in the dough.
- These bars store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
