Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars
Indulge in these Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars, featuring a delightful blend of tart blackberries, creamy filling, and crunchy pistachios on a buttery base.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh blackberries Use ripe, juicy berries for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- to taste Additional pistachios for garnish, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Stir until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
- Press the dough firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
Filling
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the blackberries and chopped pistachios, being careful not to break the blackberries too much.
- Pour the blackberry and pistachio filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to ensure the bars firm up properly.
- Cut into squares or bars and serve. Optionally, sprinkle additional pistachios on top for garnish.
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Notes
For best results, use ripe blackberries, and consider mixing with other berries for additional flavor. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an indulgent touch.