Brown Butter and Honey Pistachio Cookie Bars
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Brown Butter and Honey Pistachio Cookie Bars. The rich, nutty essence of brown butter harmonizes beautifully with the sweetness of honey, creating a chewy texture that will leave you craving more. Enhanced by crunchy chopped pistachios, these bars are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy night in. Quick to prepare and easy to share, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Discover the joy of baking with this simple recipe that promises to be a new favorite treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
- Melt butter over medium heat, swirling occasionally until it turns amber.
- Cool the brown butter for about 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Beat together cooled brown butter, sugars, and honey until smooth; add eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Fold in chopped pistachios.
- Press dough into prepared pan and optionally sprinkle with reserved pistachios and flaky sea salt.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden; allow to cool completely before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie bar (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg