How to Make the Best Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars
These Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars are a buttery, nutty, and fruity dessert with layers of crunchy pistachio crust, creamy vanilla filling, and fresh blackberries. A perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors, these bars are great for parties, afternoon snacks, or an elegant dessert!
Ingredients
- For the Pistachio Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios finely chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped
- For the Topping:
- 1 ½ cups fresh blackberries
- 2 tablespoons honey or blackberry jam
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix chopped pistachios, flour, melted butter, powdered sugar, and salt until combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- Make the Creamy Filling
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble the Bars
- Spread the cream filling evenly over the cooled crust.
- Arrange blackberries on top and drizzle with honey or jam.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios for crunch.
- Chill and Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Frozen Blackberries? Yes! Just thaw and drain before using.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Variation: Swap blackberries for raspberries or blueberries for a different flavor!
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 15g
Tried this recipe?Mention @onehourrecipes or tag #onehourrecipes!