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Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars: A Sweet, Nutty Delight

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Indulge in these delightful Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars, where the tart sweetness of blackberries meets the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios on a buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are sure to impress your taste buds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for the crust)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (for the crust)
  • ½ cup finely ground pistachios
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) very cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups fresh blackberries
  • ½ cup roughly chopped pistachios (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Lightly grease the parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ cup finely ground pistachios.
  3. Add 1 cup very cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes. Cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared 9×13-inch pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden brown around the edges. Let cool slightly.
  5. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat 16 ounces softened full-fat cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  6. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy.
  7. Add 2 large room-temperature eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  8. Stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon lemon zest (if using).
  9. Gently fold in 1 ½ cups fresh blackberries into the cream cheese mixture.
  10. Pour the cream cheese and blackberry filling evenly over the warm, par-baked pistachio crust. Spread gently.
  11. Sprinkle the top with ½ cup roughly chopped pistachios. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes.
  12. Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely at room temperature.
  13. Once cooled, transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 3-4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  14. Once thoroughly chilled, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift the entire slab of bars out of the pan and onto a cutting board. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Keywords: Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Don't overmix the crust to keep it tender. Handle blackberries gently to maintain their shape.

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