Pistachio Cream Bars
Pistachio Cream Bars are a decadent treat that perfectly balance crunchy and creamy textures. These delightful bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a luscious pistachio cream filling, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they promise to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, shelled
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat until liquid. Remove from heat.
- Mix in crushed graham crackers until combined. Press the mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish to form the base.
- In another bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, crushed pistachios, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Pour the pistachio mixture over the graham cracker base and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Use fresh, high-quality pistachios for better flavor. For added richness, consider drizzling melted chocolate on top before chilling. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.