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Pistachio and Cherry Crumble Bars

2023-02-20 - Written by: Emily J. Miller

Pistachio and Cherry Crumble Bars

A sweet and tangy dessert featuring pistachios, cherries, and a crunchy crumble topping.

Pistachio and Cherry Crumble Bars

Introduction

These bars are a delightful combination of juicy cherries, crunchy pistachios, and a buttery crumble topping. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Crumble Topping

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat and Prep

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.

Make the Crust

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into the prepared baking dish.

Prepare the Filling

In a separate bowl, mix together the cherries, pistachios, cornstarch, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.

Assemble the Bars

Spread the cherry mixture over the crust. Top with the crumble topping (see below).

Make the Crumble Topping

In a medium bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, and cold butter. Mix until crumbly then stir in the vanilla extract.

Bake and Cool

Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of cherries to your liking.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.