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Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars

Delicious Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars for Effortless Indulgence

Delicious Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars, combining tart blackberries and crunchy pistachios for a sweet treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap with gluten-free flour.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Cold and cubed.
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar Optional to reduce.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Do not use the whole egg.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Ice Water Use cold.
For the Blackberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Blackberries Can swap for raspberries or blueberries.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh juice recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
For the Pistachio Topping
  • 0.5 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 cup Pistachios Can substitute with almonds or walnuts.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Pastry cutter
  • baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Mix in egg yolk and ice water until a dough forms. Press into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and pre-bake for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, combine blackberries and sugar over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in lemon juice and cornstarch, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened. Cool slightly and pour over the crust.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, baking powder, and flour. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Mix in a beaten egg and vanilla, fold in pistachios.
  4. Pour blackberry filling over the crust, then add the pistachio topping. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
  5. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan for 1-2 hours before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge.

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