Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and dry pistachio pudding mix until smooth.
- Gradually add sugar, mixing until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients.
- Press the dough evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
- Remove the pan and let the bars cool completely, about 30-45 minutes.
- Beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar.
- Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled bars and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
These bars are perfect alongside coffee or tea and can be customized with chocolate chips or other icing flavors.
