Description
These delightful Blackberry Pistachio Bars combine the tartness of fresh blackberries with the crunch of chopped pistachios, baked into a tender, buttery base. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, these bars are easy to prepare in under an hour and yield a delicious treat with a balance of fruity and nutty flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Nuts
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the bars evenly.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Grease a baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and to help with easy removal of the bars after baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps to incorporate air for a tender texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing well to combine all the wet ingredients smoothly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can lead to toughness.
- Fold in Blackberries and Pistachios: Carefully fold fresh blackberries and chopped pistachios into the batter to distribute them evenly without crushing the berries.
- Transfer Batter to Pan: Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking pan, spreading it out evenly for consistent baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 12 servings to ensure they hold their shape well.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh blackberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter when combining wet and dry ingredients to keep the bars tender.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- You can substitute pistachios with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
