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Coconut Pistachio Bars with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting

Coconut Pistachio Bars with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting
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Treat yourself to our mouthwatering Coconut Pistachio Bars with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting! These bars are the perfect blend of nutty pistachios and creamy coconut, resulting in a delightful dessert that will captivate your taste buds. Ideal for any occasion – from birthday parties to cozy afternoons at home – these easy-to-make bars can be prepared in large batches to impress your guests. With a soft, chewy texture and luscious frosting, they are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 boxes instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 3/4 cup butter (melted)
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 4 oz. cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp. coconut extract
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, pudding mix, sugar, and baking powder.
  3. Add melted butter, milk, egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract; mix until just combined.
  4. Fold in chopped pistachios and shredded coconut gently.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 14 minutes.
  6. Let cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  7. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; add extracts and gradually incorporate powdered sugar.
  8. Frost cooled bars and garnish with chopped pistachios and toasted coconut.

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