Pistachio Cream Squares

Indulge in the luscious, nutty delight of Pistachio Cream Squares, a dessert that perfectly balances rich flavors and creamy textures. This layered treat begins with a buttery, pistachio-infused crust that’s baked to golden perfection, creating a satisfyingly crisp base. Topped with an airy cream layer infused with velvety cream cheese, fragrant cardamom, and a hint of zesty lemon, these no-bake squares are a refreshing yet decadent dessert option. Ideal for parties, special occasions, or a refined everyday indulgence, these squares are as elegant as they are irresistible. With their gorgeous green hue and melt-in-your-mouth texture, Pistachio Cream Squares are sure to become a show-stopping favorite on your dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Raw pistachios, unsalted
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams All-purpose flour
• 250 grams Cream cheese
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the pistachios, 100 grams of granulated sugar, and salt. Blend until finely ground.

Step 4

Melt 100 grams of unsalted butter and add it to the pistachio mixture along with the flour. Pulse until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Step 6

Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges turn golden. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 7

For the cream layer, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, heavy cream, and cardamom. Beat until the mixture is fluffy and holds soft peaks.

Step 9

Spread the cream layer evenly over the cooled pistachio base.

Step 10

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.

Step 11

Using the parchment overhang, lift the dessert out of the pan. Slice into squares.

Step 12

Garnish each square with chopped pistachios or a light dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1188.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4934.7

Total Fat 332.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 151.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 673.9mg	0%
Sodium 2051.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 438.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g	0%
Total Sugars 273.2g
Protein 74.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 507.0mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 2639.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 34.8%