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Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars

Irresistible Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars to Delight You

These Blackberry Pistachio Dream Bars are a no-bake marvel that combines rich, creamy layers with a crunchy biscuit base.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 grams Digestive Biscuits or graham crackers for sweetness
  • 100 grams Unsalted Butter melted
For the Pistachio Filling
  • 150 grams Pistachios finely ground
  • 50 grams Powdered Sugar
  • 200 ml Heavy Cream cold
  • 200 grams Cream Cheese softened
For the Blackberry Topping
  • 70 grams Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 250 grams Fresh Blackberries rinsed and dried
  • 15 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 10 grams Cornstarch mix with sugar to prevent clumps
For Garnishing
  • 30 grams Chopped Pistachios for sprinkle on top

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch square baking pan
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing for overhang.
  2. Crush digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted unsalted butter well.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Blend finely ground pistachios with powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
  5. Spread the pistachio mixture evenly over the crust layer and chill for 20 minutes.
  6. Beat softened cream cheese with additional powdered sugar until fluffy, then spread over the pistachio layer.
  7. Cook blackberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a saucepan until thick and jam-like.
  8. Pour blackberry topping over the cream cheese layer and smooth it out.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Cut into squares and garnish with chopped pistachios.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill between layers to maintain distinct layers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

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