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Pistachio Blondies

Irresistibly Nutty Pistachio Blondies You’ll Love to Bake

Delightful pistachio blondies combining a chewy base with a creamy cheesecake layer, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Blondie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
Cheesecake Swirl
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
Pistachio Swirl
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Paste
  • 1 drop Green Gel Food Coloring Optional

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Knife or Skewer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Mix in the light brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract; whisk until combined.
  5. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just absorbed.
  6. Spread the blondie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with the granulated sugar until creamy.
  8. Add the egg yolk and mix until fully incorporated.
  9. Drop dollops of the cheesecake mixture over the blondie batter.
  10. Dollop the pistachio paste between the cheesecake dollops.
  11. Gently swirl through the layers with a thin knife or skewer.
  12. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
  13. Cool completely in the pan for about an hour.
  14. Refrigerate for at least one hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill blondies in the refrigerator for clean cuts and to enhance flavors.

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