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The Irresistible Charm of No-Bake Pistachio Cookie Squares


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  • Author: Debra
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups pistachios, shelled

  • 2 cups crushed digestive cookies or graham crackers

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk

  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ tsp sea salt

  • Optional: white chocolate drizzle + chopped pistachios for topping


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: Blend pistachios in a food processor until finely ground. Add crushed cookies and pulse together.

  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk melted butter, condensed milk, honey, vanilla, and sea salt.

  3. Combine: Stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well incorporated.

  4. Shape the Squares: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Press mixture evenly into the pan.

  5. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.

  6. Serve: Cut into 16 squares. Add a white chocolate drizzle and sprinkle chopped pistachios if desired.


💡 Tips & Variations

  • Swap honey for maple syrup for a vegan option.

  • Use graham crackers for a sweeter base or digestive cookies for a more neutral flavor.

  • Add dried cranberries or chopped dates for extra texture.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Sodium: 80 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg