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Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars are a delightful combination of sweet blackberries, crunchy pistachios, and a buttery oat base. A perfect treat for any occasion!


Ingredients

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Base:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling:

  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: powdered sugar for dusting


Instructions

  1. Preheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make the Base: In a bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir in the melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
  3. Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, combine the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, pistachios, and vanilla extract. Spread this mixture over the base.
  4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool in the pan before slicing into squares. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute blackberries with raspberries or blueberries for a different flavor.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the pistachios or replace them with seeds like sunflower or pumpkin.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 90 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg