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Brown Butter and Honey Pistachio Cookie Bars Recipe

Brown Butter and Honey Pistachio Cookie Bars

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Indulge in the delightful experience of our Brown Butter and Honey Pistachio Cookie Bars. These bars combine the rich, nutty flavors of brown butter with the natural sweetness of honey, offering a chewy texture and a satisfying crunch from the pistachios. Perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy night in—these golden treats are sure to impress. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this delicious dessert. Get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable sweet experience!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Melt unsalted butter over medium heat until foamy, then continue cooking until golden brown.
  2. Pour the browned butter into a heatproof bowl and let it cool for about 15 minutes.
  3. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with extra butter and line it with parchment paper.
  4. In the bowl with cooled butter, mix in both sugars until well combined, then add eggs one by one along with vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually fold this into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  6. Gently incorporate chopped pistachios into the dough.
  7. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan and sprinkle with reserved pistachios if desired.
  8. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden but center is slightly underbaked.
  9. Allow cooling completely before cutting into bars.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 175mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 48mg