Pin It Festive, chewy blondie bars infused with earthy matcha and crunchy pistachios, cut into tree shapes and decorated for a holiday treat.
I love making these bars every holiday season because they bring festive joy and a unique green twist to traditional blondies.
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Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar, packed 2 large eggs, room temperature 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Add-ins: 3/4 cup (90 g) shelled unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
- Decoration (Optional): 1 cup (120 g) white chocolate chips or melting wafers Festive sprinkles or edible glitter Mini pretzel sticks (for tree trunks)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar. Whisk until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until fully incorporated.
- Step 4:
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Stir in chopped pistachios.
- Step 5:
- Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 23–25 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Step 6:
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Step 7:
- Lift out blondies using the parchment overhang. Cut into triangles to resemble Christmas trees.
- Step 8:
- Melt white chocolate and drizzle over each triangle. Decorate with sprinkles and insert a mini pretzel stick at the base of each tree for the trunk.
- Step 9:
- Allow decorations to set before serving.
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This recipe has become a family favorite at Christmas parties because everyone loves the festive look and unique flavors.
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Required Tools
8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking pan Mixing bowls Whisk and spatula Parchment paper Sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, dairy (butter, white chocolate), wheat (unless using gluten-free flour), nuts (pistachios), and gluten (pretzel sticks if not gluten-free). Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 230 Total Fat: 12 g Carbohydrates: 27 g Protein: 3 g (per serving)
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These bars are perfect for holiday gifting or as a festive dessert to impress your guests.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How can I enhance the green color?
Adding an extra 1/2 tablespoon of matcha powder intensifies the green hue without overpowering flavor.
- → Can I substitute the pistachios?
Yes, pecans or almonds can be used instead for a different nutty texture and taste.
- → What is the best way to shape the bars?
After cooling, cut the chewy blondies into triangles to resemble Christmas trees before decorating.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Using a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour makes these bars suitable for gluten-free diets.
- → How should I store the bars?
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days to maintain freshness.
