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Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars Recipe

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These Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars combine the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with a soft, chewy sugar cookie base, enhanced by pistachio instant pudding for extra moisture and taste. Perfectly baked to golden edges, these bars offer a delightful treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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Cookie Bars

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3.4 oz pistachio instant pudding mix
  • 1 package sugar cookie mix (approximately 15.25 oz)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking of the cookie bars.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding mix until the texture is smooth and creamy, ensuring flavors are well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sugar cookie mix into the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a sticky dough forms that holds together but is not overly dry.
  4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Grease a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet thoroughly to prevent sticking, then press the sticky dough evenly into the pan, spreading it uniformly out to all edges for even cooking.
  5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the edges of the cookie bars turn a light golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked.
  6. Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature; this helps the bars set and makes slicing easier without crumbling.
  7. Slice and Serve: Once fully cooled, cut the cookie dough into squares or rectangles to form individual bars and serve as a delicious dessert or snack.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
  • Do not overbake the bars to maintain a soft, chewy center.
  • Use a greased baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  • The pistachio pudding mix adds extra moisture and flavor, enhancing the cookie bars’ taste and texture.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Keywords: pistachio, cookie bars, sugar cookie, pudding mix, easy dessert, baked bars, sweet treat

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