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blackberry pistachio dream bars a decadent treat
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Diet: General
Description
These Blackberry Pistachio Bars with Lemon White Chocolate Layer offer a delightful combination of textures and tastes, featuring a buttery crust, tangy lemon layer, and rich blackberry-pistachio topping. This sophisticated dessert is surprisingly easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 150 g (1.1 cups) All-Purpose Flour (Crust): Provides structure and a tender crumb.
- 50 g (0.5 cup) Almond Flour (Crust): Adds a subtle nutty flavor and delicate texture.
- 80 g (0.3 cup) Granulated Sugar (Crust): Sweetens the crust and aids browning.
- 100 g (7 tbsp) Unsalted Butter, Melted (Crust): Binds ingredients for a crumbly dough.
- 0.5 tsp Salt (Crust): Enhances flavors and balances sweetness.
- 50 g (0.3 cup) Pistachios, Finely Chopped (Crust & Topping): Adds crunch and nutty flavor.
- 150 g (5.3 oz) White Chocolate, Chopped (Lemon Layer): Creates a creamy, sweet base.
- 60 ml (2 fl oz) Heavy Cream (Lemon Layer): Melts chocolate for a smooth layer.
- 1 tsp Lemon Zest (Lemon Layer): Adds bright citrus aroma and flavor.
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice (Lemon Layer): Enhances lemon flavor and adds tartness.
- 200 g (7 oz) Fresh Blackberries, Lightly Mashed (Topping): Provides fruity flavor and color.
- 80 g (2.8 oz) Dark Chocolate (70% Cacao), Melted (Topping): Adds depth and richness.
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Honey (Topping): Adds sweetness and helps bind ingredients.
- 1 tsp Lemon Zest (Topping): Reinforces lemon flavor.
Instructions
- Prepare Pan & Preheat: Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 20x20cm (8×8 inch) pan with parchment.
- Make Crust: Combine flours, sugar, and salt; mix in melted butter and pistachios until crumbly.
- Press Crust: Press dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake Crust: Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Prepare Lemon Layer: Heat cream until simmering; pour over white chocolate and melt.
- Flavor Lemon Layer: Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Spread Lemon Layer: Pour over baked crust.
- Set Lemon Layer: Bake for 5 minutes to set.
- Make Topping: Combine blackberries, melted dark chocolate, honey, pistachios, and lemon zest.
- Pour Topping: Spread over warm lemon layer.
- Bake Topping: Bake for 12-15 minutes until set but fudgy.
- Cool & Chill: Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Cut & Serve: Lift with parchment and cut into squares.
Notes
For clean cuts, ensure the bars are thoroughly chilled. Toasting pistachios enhances their flavor. Use high-quality chocolate for the best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: blackberry, pistachio, lemon, white chocolate, bars, dessert, baking, easy, fruity
