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Raspberry Pistachio Bars

How to Make the Best Raspberry Pistachio Bars

These Raspberry Pistachio Bars are a delightful combination of buttery shortbread, tangy raspberry filling, and crunchy pistachios. Perfect for a sweet treat, holiday dessert, or afternoon snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Bars
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Shortbread Crust:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free 1:1 flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Raspberry Layer:
  • ¾ cup raspberry preserves
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries or frozen, not thawed
  • Pistachio Topping:
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup old-fashioned oats optional, for extra texture
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven And Prep Pan:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  • Make the Shortbread Crust:
  • In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and creamy.
  • Mix in vanilla extract, flour, and salt until a dough forms.
  • Press dough evenly into the bottom of the pan.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  • Add Raspberry Layer:
  • Spread raspberry preserves evenly over the warm crust.
  • Gently press fresh raspberries into the preserves.
  • Prepare the Pistachio Topping:
  • In a small bowl, mix pistachios, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon.
  • Sprinkle evenly over the raspberry layer.
  • Bake And Cool:
  • Return to oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until topping is golden.
  • Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour in the crust.
  • Nut-Free Option: Swap pistachios for sunflower seeds or shredded coconut.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 11gFiber: 2g
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