Save to Pinterest Festive, chewy blondie bars infused with earthy matcha and crunchy pistachios, cut into tree shapes and decorated for a holiday treat.
This recipe has become my go-to holiday treat because it combines unique flavors with a fun presentation that delights both kids and adults.
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)
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.
Save to Pinterest These blondie bars bring smiles every holiday season as we gather around, enjoying the festive shapes and rich flavors together.
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
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these uniquely festive bars fresh or store them wrapped for an easy holiday snack that impresses guests.
Recipe FAQs
- → What gives these bars the green color?
Matcha green tea powder provides a natural, vibrant green hue and a subtle earthy flavor.
- → How do I achieve the chewy texture?
The combination of brown sugar, melted butter, and careful baking ensures a moist, chewy consistency.
- → Can I replace pistachios with other nuts?
Yes, pecans or almonds can be used as substitutes if preferred.
- → What is the best way to decorate these bars?
After baking and cutting, drizzle melted white chocolate and add festive sprinkles with mini pretzel sticks for tree trunks.
- → Can these bars be made gluten-free?
Yes, substituting all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well.