Description

Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the nutty richness of pistachios with the sweetness of sugar cookie bars. With a creamy pistachio pudding layer nestled between buttery cookie goodness, these bars are visually stunning and perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare in under an hour, they’re sure to impress your family and friends at gatherings or serve as a sweet treat for yourself on any day.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 (3.4 oz) package pistachio pudding mix
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
Mix in the eggs and pistachio pudding mix until combined. Gradually add flour and baking powder; mix until just incorporated.
Gently fold in chopped pistachios.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (about 50g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or using vanilla pudding instead of pistachio. - Decorate with crushed pistachios or colorful sprinkles for special occasions.