If you're seeking a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet cravings, look no further than our collection of delectable pistachio cherry squares recipes. These delightful squares seamlessly blend the nutty richness of pistachios with the sweet tanginess of cherries, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a more modern twist, we have curated a selection of recipes that cater to every palate and skill level. So, prepare your apron, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you savoring every bite of these irresistible pistachio cherry squares.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
PISTACHIO-CHERRY S'MORE BARS
Here's a fun spin on campfire treats. The graham cracker crust and golden-toasted marshmallow topping surround a rich filling of chocolate, fruit and nuts in these yummy bars. Or feel free to add 3/4 cup coconut to filling if desired. I'm certain that St. Nick will give his jolly stamp of approval to these goodies. &mdashJeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil., Mix cracker crumbs, brown sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter. Press onto bottom of prepared pan. Sprinkle evenly with cherries, baking chips and pistachios. In a small bowl, mix milk and orange zest; drizzle over top., Bake 20 minutes. Top with marshmallows; bake until top is golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with foil, remove from pan. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
PISTACHIO-CHERRY SANDWICHES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h30m
Yield 30 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pulse the butter, sugar, honey, egg yolk and vanilla in a food processor until creamy, scraping down the processor with a rubber spatula as needed. Add the flour and pistachios and pulse until the dough just comes together, 4 to 5 pulses.
- Transfer the dough to a sheet of parchment paper and knead until uniform. Divide the dough in half. Roll each half into a compact log, about 1 inch in diameter. Wrap the logs individually in parchment paper or plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 30 minutes and up to 3 weeks.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Slice the logs into 1/4-inch-thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until the cookies are firm and lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- Spoon about 1/4 teaspoon cherry preserves on the undersides of half of the cookies, then sandwich with the remaining cookies. Store in an airtight container 2 to 3 days.
CHERRY PISTACHIO PINWHEEL COOKIES
Jeff Mauro rolls cherries and pistachios into his dough before covering the cookie logs with sprinkles. Slice and bake the pinwheels after a night in the fridge.
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories dessert
Time 5h30m
Yield 60 to 72 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the cherries, pistachios and brown sugar in a food processor and pulse until a fine crumb forms (take care not to over process or the filling will clump together). Set aside.
- Put the butter and granulated sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs, baking powder and salt and beat for another minute. Lower the speed to medium and add the flour, 1/2 cup at a time; beat until smooth. Cover and place in the fridge to chill, about 1 hour.
- Divide dough the in half and flatten each into squares. Put one portion of dough in between two 12-by-12-inch sheets of parchment paper dusted with flour. Roll out into a 1/8-inch-thick square. Remove the top parchment sheet and sprinkle half of the cherry-pistachio filling evenly across the dough. Pat into an even layer. Tightly roll into one large log (using the parchment to help you). Trim the ends and then roll the exterior in a mixture of sprinkles to coat. Repeat with the remaining dough, filling and sprinkles. Tightly cover in fresh parchment and refrigerate overnight (preferred) or at least 4 hours, until the dough is firm.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment or a silicone baking mat.
- Remove and uncover the dough logs and slice with a very sharp knife into 1/4-inch-thick pinwheels. Arrange about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until slightly golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack. Store for up to 3 days in an airtight container, or freeze cookies for future use, up to 2 weeks.
- Enjoy!
PISTACHIO AND CHERRY BOMBE
This bombe was born of an accident and requires a little patience, lots of ice cream and a willingness to get crafty. Don't be afraid to mix the biscotti dough by hand and play around when you are shaping it into your bowl. It won't look perfect, but the bombe will be pristine. Confectioners' sugar, cherries and grated pistachios are your allies to make this dish scream of delight. This bombe is frivolity at its finest, so don't take the process of making it too seriously.
Provided by Clare de Boer
Categories cakes, ice creams and sorbets, project, dessert
Time 2h
Yield 16 to 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a food processor, grind the pistachios and granulated sugar into a fine meal.
- Transfer pistachio meal to a medium bowl; add the zest, honey and egg whites and combine the ingredients using your hands until fully integrated.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, pressing evenly until about 1/3-inch thick, and bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. The mixture should still be soft and pliable, like the center of a chewy cookie, with some color on top. When you poke it with your finger, the dent should remain.
- Line a 10- to 12-inch, freezer-proof bowl (about 4 quarts) with parchment paper and plastic wrap, allowing enough overhang to cover the top of the bowl. Set aside about one-third of the biscotti dough (this will form the bombe's base later) and press the remaining dough into the bowl while the dough is still warm. (The layer should be as even and thin as possible, ideally about 1/3-inch thick.) Set aside until completely cooled to room temperature, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, roll out the remaining biscotti dough into a rough circle between two pieces of clean parchment paper. It should be about 1/3-inch thick. Trim it to fit the opening of the bowl. Set aside to cool completely.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium saucepan, cook the cherries with the granulated sugar over medium heat for 10 minutes; they should be sweet and soft with a good amount of liquor. Set aside to cool completely.
- Remove 2 pints of ice cream from the freezer to soften slightly, about 10 minutes. When the biscotti bowl has cooled and the ice cream is easily scoopable but not at all runny, spoon 2 pints of ice cream into the center of the pistachio bowl and spread evenly with a spatula in the bottom and up the sides, about 1-inch thick. Place a nesting bowl or any smaller bowl in the center and use the bowl to tamp the ice cream down. Transfer the large bowl to the freeze to chill until firm, 2 to 3 hours.
- Remove another pint of ice cream from the freezer and let soften 10 minutes at room temperature. In a medium bowl, fold the cooled cherries and their juices into 1 pint of ice cream, leaving some pockets of vanilla. Spoon this mix into the center of the biscotti bowl (which is now covered with a frozen layer of plain vanilla ice cream). Freeze until firm, 2 to 3 hours.
- Spread the remaining 1/2 pint vanilla ice cream on top of the cherry layer. Cover the top of the bowl with the rolled-out remaining biscotti and tamp down. Freeze at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- To serve, turn the bombe out onto a plate. Sift confectioners' sugar on top. Using a Microplane, grate pistachios all over the top of the bombe. More cherries are a lovely garnish. Slice and serve immediately.
CHERRY PISTACHIO COOKIES
Dried cherries, crunchy nuts, bits of orange, white chocolate-there's a lot to love in this cookie! It's very different from any I've had before. -Kathy Harding, Richmond, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and orange zest. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in cherries and pistachios., Divide dough in half ; shape each into an 11-in.-long roll. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Frost cookies with melted white chocolate; let stand until set., To Make Ahead: Dough can be made 2 days in advance. Wrap in plastic and place in a resealable bag. Store in the refrigerator., Freeze option: Place wrapped rolls in a resealable plastic freezer bag and freeze. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand 15 minutes at room temperature before cutting. Bake as directed, increasing time by 1-2 minutes. Decorate as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PISTACHIO SQUARES
A good friend and former co-worker brought these squares to a baby shower a number of years ago. Makes for a very delicious dessert to take to a family gathering or any occasion and guaranteed you'll get lots of requests for the recipe. Bet when you try them, you won't be able to stop at just one!!!
Provided by Nova Scotia Cook
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix first layer and press into 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
- Combine ingredients for second layer and spread on first layer.
- Mix pudding and milk; spread over second layer.
- Spread remaining Cool Whip over third layer.
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
- Place in refrigerator until ready to serve.
PISTACHIO-CHERRY CAKE
This recipe for pistachio cake comes from Benjamina Ebuehi. The cake has crisp-chewy edges and juicy cherries running all the way through.
Provided by Benjamina Ebuehi
Yield Yields 1 round 8-inch (20cm) cake
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a round 8-inch (20-cm) cake pan and line with parchment paper.
- Add the pistachios to a food processor and pulse until you have a fine powder. Set aside.
- Using a stand mixer or electric whisk, beat the butter, sugar and vanilla for 3 to 5 minutes, or until pale and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl every so often. Add the flour, baking powder and ground pistachios, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in the sour cream before transferring the batter to the prepared pan. Smooth the surface of the batter with an offset spatula and arrange the cherries randomly on top without pressing them into the batter.
- Bake for 32 to 38 minutes, or until the cake is well browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan and setting on a wire rack. Once the cake is completely cool, use a sieve to dust lightly with confectioners' sugar and top with extra cherries.
MOM'S PISTACHIO SQUARES
My mother has been making this dessert for years now for parties, showers, potlucks, etc..always to rave reviews. These are nice & light as opposed to other rich desserts and are very yummy!
Provided by Rhonda J
Categories Dessert
Time 43m
Yield 1 9x13 pan
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For 1st Layer: Cream butter,sugar& flour,add nuts.
- Press in a greased 9x13 pan.
- Bake 10 mins.
- at 325.
- For 2nd Layer: Mix cream cheese and sugar at high speed and blend in Cool Whip.
- Spread over COOLED first layer.
- For 3rd Layer: Mix pudding and milk and place in the fridge for 3 minutes and pour over second layer.
- Spread top of dessert with additional Cool Whip (500ml.) and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
SOUR-CHERRY PISTACHIO CRISP
CRISP \'krisp\ a baked concoction of sweetened fruit with a crumbly topping. Ours has more than a pound and a half of pitted sour cherries. Some debate whether the topping should include oats. Ours does, plus pistachios and the traditional brown sugar, butter, and flour. There's no disputing the results: tangy, sugary fruit and lots of crunch.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. If using frozen cherries, spread them in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Let stand at room temperature until cherries have thawed almost completely but still hold their shape, about 30 minutes. Drain off any accumulated liquid.
- Whisk together the pistachios, flour, oats, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl; set aside. Put butter, brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until creamy.
- Stir pistachio mixture into butter mixture until just combined. Work mixture through your fingers until it forms coarse crumbs ranging in size from small peas to gum balls; set topping aside.
- Stir together cherries, remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, the cornstarch, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Transfer cherry mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle the topping evenly over cherry mixture. Bake until topping turns golden and juices are bubbling, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let cool on a wire rack 1 hour before serving.
PISTACHIO CHERRY SQUARES
This dessert's Christmas colors really add to the festivity of a buffet table, but it's the creamy, cool taste that keeps people coming back for more. Kids will enjoy helping when you make this no-bake treat.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. dish. Refrigerate. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. In a mixing bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes on low speed for 2 minutes. Spread over cream cheese layer; chill until firm, about 1 hour.
- Spread whipped topping over pudding layer. Top with pie filling. Refrigerate overnight. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.5 calories, Carbohydrate 75.5 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 18.1 g, Sodium 471.1 mg, Sugar 37.6 g
PISTACHIO CHERRY SQUARES
This dessert's Christmas colors really add to the festivity of a buffet table, but it's the creamy, cool taste that keeps people coming back for more. Kids will enjoy helping when you make this no-bake treat.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. dish. Refrigerate. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. In a mixing bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes on low speed for 2 minutes. Spread over cream cheese layer; chill until firm, about 1 hour.
- Spread whipped topping over pudding layer. Top with pie filling. Refrigerate overnight. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.5 calories, Carbohydrate 75.5 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 18.1 g, Sodium 471.1 mg, Sugar 37.6 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the squares will taste. Use fresh, ripe cherries and pistachios, and a good quality white chocolate.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the squares tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Be patient. It takes time for the squares to set. Don't rush the process or they will be crumbly.
- Get creative with your decorations. You can use a variety of toppings to decorate the squares, such as melted chocolate, sprinkles, or chopped nuts.
Conclusion:
Pistachio Cherry Squares are an easy and delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple butter crust, a creamy cherry filling, and a crunchy pistachio topping. The squares are then drizzled with white chocolate for a decadent finish. These squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
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