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Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars

Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars
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Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars offer a chewy, moist texture with a unique nutty pistachio flavor from instant pudding mix and chopped pistachios. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these bars combine a sweet, creamy twist with a crunchy bite, making them a beloved treat for family and friends.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box pistachio instant pudding mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chopped pistachios (lightly toasted for best flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure easy removal of the bars once baked.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking powder, and salt. This ensures the rising agents and flavors are evenly distributed before combining with the wet ingredients.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step creates the perfect base for the cookie dough’s tender texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Incorporating the eggs slowly helps maintain the mixture’s smooth consistency while adding richness.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing at low speed until just combined. Overmixing can make the bars tough, so stop once you see no more flour streaks.
  6. Fold in Chopped Pistachios: Gently fold in the chopped pistachios for that signature crunch and nutty flavor burst throughout the bars.
  7. Bake Until Golden: Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. This step helps them set properly for clean cuts and a perfect chewy bite.

Notes

  • Use softened butter but not melted to achieve the ideal dough consistency.
  • Spoon flour into your measuring cup instead of scooping to avoid dense bars.
  • Lightly toast the pistachios to enhance their flavor before mixing them in.
  • Keep an eye on baking time towards the end to avoid drying out the bars.
  • Let bars cool fully in the pan for at least 20 minutes to firm up perfectly for clean slicing.

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