Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars
Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars are a delightful dessert combining tangy blackberries with rich pistachios in a buttery crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries Ripe, fresh preferred
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios Coarsely chopped for crunch
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Used in filling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, melted butter, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly and well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
Filling
- While the crust bakes, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of flour until smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh blackberries and chopped pistachios into the filling mixture.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden on top.
Finishing Up
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before carefully lifting them out using the parchment overhang.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
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Notes
Serve bars plain or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week. Freezing is also an option for longer storage.