Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pistachio Cream Bars, a creamy dessert that marries the richness of cheesecake with the lightness of pudding. These vibrant green bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a luscious pistachio filling, making them an impressive treat for any occasion. Perfectly chilled and easy to prepare ahead of time, they are sure to become a favorite among friends and family. Serve them at gatherings or enjoy them as a refreshing dessert on warm days. With their irresistible flavor and elegant presentation, these bars will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 cup softened salted butter
- 1 package cream cheese (8oz/250g, softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 box (4 serving size) pistachio instant pudding mix
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300ºF. In a bowl, mix flour and sugar.
- Beat in softened butter until blended. Press mixture into a 13×9 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add milk and pudding mix; blend well.
- Spread filling over the cooled crust, top with chopped pistachios.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour or until set. Cut into bars and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 295mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing. Experiment by adding chocolate chips or other nuts to the filling for added texture.