Description
These Buttery Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars combine the rich flavor of pistachio pudding with classic sugar cookie mix to create a soft, chewy treat with a delightful nutty twist. Perfect for a quick batch of bars that are easy to bake and share, they offer a unique pistachio flavor and a buttery texture that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3.4 oz pistachio instant pudding mix
- 1 package sugar cookie mix
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your cookie bars evenly.
- Cream the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding mix. Use a mixer to beat these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well incorporated.
- Combine with Sugar Cookie Mix: Gradually add the sugar cookie mix to the wet mixture, stirring as you go until a sticky, cohesive dough forms that can be pressed into the baking sheet.
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Grease a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removing the bars easier once baked.
- Spread the Dough: Transfer the dough evenly into the prepared pan, pressing it down to cover the entire surface and edges uniformly for consistent baking.
- Bake: Bake the dough in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, signaling the bars are cooked through but still soft inside. Carefully watch to avoid overbaking.
- Cool and Slice: Remove the pan from the oven and let the cookie bars completely cool before slicing into squares or rectangles to serve.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a better texture.
- Do not overbake to keep the bars soft and chewy; remove when edges are lightly golden.
- Use parchment paper for effortless removal and easier cleanup.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These bars can be refrigerated if you prefer a firmer texture; let them come to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
