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An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
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These Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars combine a buttery oat crust with a luscious blackberry filling, topped with crunchy pistachios for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal as a delicious dessert or a sweet snack, they are simple to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Crust and Topping

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup pistachios, roughly chopped

Optional

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder to create an even dry mixture.
  3. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until a crumbly dough forms that can be pressed into the pan.
  5. Press the Crust: Firmly press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base layer, reserving the remainder for topping.
  6. Prepare the Blackberry Filling: Gently toss the fresh blackberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl to macerate and release their juices.
  7. Layer the Filling: Spread the blackberry mixture evenly over the pressed crust, distributing the berries and juices uniformly.
  8. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the blackberry layer, then top with the roughly chopped pistachios for added texture and flavor.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  10. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour to set. Use the parchment paper overhang to carefully lift the bars out, then cut into squares.
  11. Dust with Powdered Sugar: For an elegant finishing touch, dust the tops lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe blackberries for the best flavor and juiciness.
  • You can substitute pistachios with other nuts like almonds or walnuts if preferred.
  • Make sure to let the bars cool completely before cutting to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

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Keywords: Blackberry bars, Pistachio dessert, Oat crust bars, Fruit bars, Easy dessert recipe

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