PISTACHIO SUGAR COOKIE BARS

I adore preparing with pudding blends, they make everything so yummy! I have a formula for Pistachio Cupcakes that has been a most loved since I was a young lady. These Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars are comparable. Both begin with pistachio pudding blend, and both are finished with cream cheddar icing. Both are totally delectable!

I just as of late found the delight of sugar treat bars. The majority of the kind of sugar treats, yet such a great amount of less demanding to make! Simply press into the container, prepare, ice, and cut. So basic, however quite delectable.

These bars are additional delicate and delightful gratitude to the pistachio pudding blend. The almond remove truly helps the flavor, so I exceptionally prescribe it. They aren't excessively sweet, so the cream cheddar icing on top is the ideal compliment. Also, obviously the slashed pistachios on top include a yummy crunch. They are completely delectable, and I trust out them an attempt!

INGREDIENTS :

COOKIE BAR

• 3/4 cup butter softened to room temperature
• 6.8 oz instant pistachio pudding (just the dry mix)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• 2 cups flour
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• dash salt

FROSTING

• 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
• 1/4 cup butter softened
• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• dash salt
• 1/4 cup pistachios chopped (for garnish, optional)

INSTRUCTIONS :

COOKIE BAR

1. Cream butter, dry pudding mix, and sugar in a large mixing bowl till creamy. Beat in eggs, vanilla, and almond extract. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Press dough into the bottom of a greased 9x13" pan. Bake at 350° for about 20 minutes, or till lightly browned on the edges. Cool completely, then frost. Garnish with chopped pistachios.
3. Beat cream cheese and butter in a small mixing bowl till smooth. Add remaining ingredients and beat till smooth and creamy.
4. Spread over cooled bars and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.