Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of tart blackberries and crunchy pistachios with these quick and easy Blackberry Pistachio Dessert Bars. Featuring a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of juicy blackberries, and a topping of toasted pistachios, these irresistible bars are a delightful treat any time of day.
Ingredients
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups fresh blackberries
– 1 cup shelled, roasted and salted pistachios, chopped
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. 2. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla and salt, then gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.
3. 3. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
4. 4. Remove the pan from the oven and scatter the blackberries evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top.
5. 5. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the blackberries are bubbly.
6. 6. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, ripe blackberries. You can also substitute other berries like raspberries or blueberries. If you prefer a sweeter dessert, increase the sugar in the crust by 2-4 tablespoons.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American