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Pistachio Cream Bars

Irresistibly Creamy Pistachio Cream Bars Anyone Can Make

These Pistachio Cream Bars are a no-bake dessert with a buttery shortbread base and a creamy filling, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 0.5 cups Sugar
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Unsalted butter is a great alternative.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 pkg Pistachio Instant Pudding Mix Swap with vanilla pudding for variety.
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy milk works well too.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pistachios

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 13x9 inch Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and sugar, blending them together well. Beat in softened salted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then press it into the bottom of a 13x9 inch pan evenly to form the crust.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the shortbread crust for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add the milk and pistachio instant pudding mix, mixing until fully combined and creamy.
  4. Once the shortbread crust has cooled, spread the creamy pistachio filling evenly over the crust and sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top.
  5. Cover the assembled Pistachio Cream Bars with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bars to chill overnight for a firmer set and cleaner edges when slicing. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

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