Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of easy pistachio cookie bars, a perfect blend of chewy texture and rich flavor. These homemade treats combine the nutty essence of pistachio pudding with soft sugar cookie dough, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or celebrating a special event, these simple pudding cookie bars are sure to impress. With minimal prep time and just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch that everyone will adore. Enjoy them as they are or elevate your serving with ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3.4 oz pistachio instant pudding mix
- 17.5 oz Betty Crocker sugar cookie mix
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, eggs, and pistachio pudding mix using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add the sugar cookie mix and blend until a sticky dough forms.
- Grease a 10 x 15-inch baking sheet and spread the dough evenly across the pan.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and top is lightly browned.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for easier handling if it’s too sticky. Add crushed pistachios on top before baking for added texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.