Heavenly Raspberry Pistachio Bars
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet raspberry and crunchy pistachio with these heavenly bars! They are easy to make and will surely impress your loved ones.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until finely chopped.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press half of the dough into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spread the raspberries evenly over the dough.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the raspberries.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let it cool before slicing into bars.
Popular questions:
- Can I use frozen raspberries instead of fresh?
- Can I substitute pistachios with a different nut?
- Can I use margarine instead of butter?
- How should I store these bars?
Yes, you can use frozen raspberries, but make sure to thaw them and drain any excess liquid before use.
Yes, you can use almonds or walnuts as a substitute for pistachios in this recipe.
While you can use margarine as a substitute, the flavor may not be as rich as with butter.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for longer shelf life.
Helpful tips:
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a sprinkle of lemon zest to the dough.
- You can drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled bars for a decorative finish.
- Experiment with different berries like blueberries or blackberries for a unique twist.
Expert Secrets:
- To prevent the dough from sticking, lightly flour your hands when pressing it into the baking dish.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing to ensure cleaner cuts.
- Adding a layer of almond paste between the dough and raspberries can enhance the flavor profile.
