These Brown Butter Dubai Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a delightful fusion of rich flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion. Here’s how you can make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup salted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup pistachio butter
- 1/2 cup toasted kataifi (shredded phyllo dough)
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
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Brown the Butter:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the salted butter, stirring continuously until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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Prepare the Cookie Base:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
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Add the Pistachio Filling:
- In a small bowl, combine the pistachio butter and toasted kataifi. Mix until well incorporated.
- Spread this pistachio mixture evenly over the cookie base.
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Bake:
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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Serve:
- Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
- Cut into squares and garnish with chopped pistachios if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
These cookie bars offer a delightful blend of nutty pistachio flavor, rich chocolate, and a buttery base, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
