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Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars

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These Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars are a stunning dessert that combines creamy textures with a crunchy base. Perfect for gatherings or an afternoon treat!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup crushed digestive biscuits
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely ground
  • 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
  • Fresh blackberries for garnish

Instructions

  • Combine crushed digestive biscuits and melted butter until sandy in texture.
  • Press the mixture into an 8×8 inch lined baking pan and chill for 20 minutes.
  • Blend ground pistachios, confectioners’ sugar, and heavy cream until smooth, then spread over the chilled base.
  • Chill again for 20 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese with confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until creamy, then layer it over the pistachio layer.
  • Cook blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a saucepan until thickened, then cool and spread over cream cheese layer.
  • Chill until set, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios and fresh blackberries before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth texture.
Allow proper chilling time between layers for best results.
Fresh blackberries enhance flavor; consider alternatives if not available.

  • Author: mary
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 80
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 23
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 20