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Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars

Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars
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Chewy and delicious Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars combine the rich, buttery flavor of classic sugar cookies with the unique nutty taste and creamy texture of pistachio pudding. These soft, flavorful bars are easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and offer a delightful twist on a beloved dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

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

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a square baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cookie bars after baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy to create a soft, chewy texture in your bars.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to evenly combine all flavors.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pistachio pudding mix, baking soda, and salt to ensure your bars have the perfect rise and signature tenderness.
  5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares to help them set properly and make neater bars.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter.
  • Don’t overmix the dough to avoid tough bars.
  • Spoon and level flour instead of scooping for accurate measurement.
  • Start checking for doneness at 20 minutes as ovens vary.
  • Cool bars completely before slicing for clean cuts.

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