{"id":50895,"date":"2025-10-06T11:39:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T11:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=50895"},"modified":"2025-10-06T11:41:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T11:41:19","slug":"brown-butter-pistachio-chocolate-chip-cookie-bars-pistachio-brown-butter-magic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/brown-butter-pistachio-chocolate-chip-cookie-bars-pistachio-brown-butter-magic\/","title":{"rendered":"Brown Butter Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars \u2014 Pistachio Brown Butter Magic"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Pistachio Brown Butter<\/strong> kicks off this recipe with a full-throttle flavor promise: nutty, toasty brown butter folded into a cookie-bar base, layered with a pistachio\u2013kataifi filling and gooey chocolate chips. These bars read fancy, taste luxe, and somehow still feel like the easiest showstopper you\u2019ll ever pull from the oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction to the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine a dessert that nods to baklava, borrows the chew of a chocolate chip cookie, and flexes a browned-butter finish that tastes like caramel in gluten-form. That\u2019s this recipe. You press a cookie-like dough into a pan, spread a crunchy, pistachio-kataifi layer in the middle, top with more dough, and bake until golden. Slice into squares and watch them disappear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What makes these bars so irresistible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why do people go bonkers for these? Short answer: contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brown, nutty depth<\/strong> from browned butter that amplifies everything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crunch + cream<\/strong> from toasted kataifi and pistachio cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gooey chocolate<\/strong> pockets that cut through the richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aesthetically luxe<\/strong> \u2014 they look bakery-made but come together at home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you into <strong>Best Unique Dessert Recipes<\/strong>? These fit the bill \u2014 they feel special without requiring a culinary PhD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients \u2014 short descriptions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(Amounts in the recipe card at the end \u2014 here\u2019s what each does.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Browned butter:<\/strong> the backbone. It adds toffee-like notes and a glossy mouthfeel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brown + granulated sugar:<\/strong> brown sugar gives moisture and molasses depth; granulated keeps structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg + heavy cream:<\/strong> richness and binding; cream softens the crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flour + leaveners:<\/strong> structure and lightness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate chips:<\/strong> melty contrast to the nut layers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kataifi (shredded phyllo):<\/strong> crunchy, crisp texture when toasted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pistachio cream\/butter:<\/strong> bright, nutty middle \u2014 the \u201cDubai\u201d elegance in the bar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional pistachio garnish:<\/strong> adds color and extra crunch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple how-to: make them (in plain steps)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preheat &amp; prep:<\/strong> Heat oven to 350\u00b0F. Line a 9\u00d79 pan with parchment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brown the butter:<\/strong> Melt 1 cup butter and cook until amber and nutty. Let it cool slightly. <strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> watch closely \u2014 butter goes from golden to burnt fast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix wet:<\/strong> Whisk browned butter with brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, cream, and vanilla until smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whisk dry:<\/strong> Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make dough:<\/strong> Stir dry into wet until just combined; fold in half the chocolate chips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toast kataifi:<\/strong> In a skillet, toast kataifi with a little butter until golden. Mix with pistachio cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assemble layers:<\/strong> Press half the dough into the pan, spread the kataifi\u2013pistachio mix, sprinkle remaining chips, then spread remaining dough on top (use wet fingers to help).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong> 25\u201330 minutes until top is golden and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool &amp; slice:<\/strong> Cool fully (this sets the pistachio middle), slice into bars, garnish with chopped pistachios.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This idea came from craving contrasts: Middle Eastern textures (that crunchy kataifi) and Western comfort (cookie bars). I wanted something that tasted travel-worthy \u2014 like a pastry from a Dubai patisserie \u2014 but that you could actually make on a weeknight. The first plate went to friends; they asked for the recipe and for two more plates. That\u2019s when I knew this mashup belonged in the rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic1.webp\" alt=\"Square pistachio cookie bars with a golden-brown top, studded with melty chocolate chips and sprinkled with chopped pistachios, arranged on parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-50898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic1-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for the best outcome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brown the butter slowly<\/strong> and scrape those toasted bits into your mix \u2014 they\u2019re flavor gold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toast the kataifi<\/strong> until crunchy but not burnt; it should be crisp and airy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Press the layers firmly<\/strong> so the bars hold together when sliced. If dough resists, use oiled fingers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool completely<\/strong> before cutting \u2014 warm bars slump and the pistachio layer oozes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make ahead:<\/strong> They keep well and actually taste better the next day after flavors meld.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major tip:<\/strong> <strong>use high-quality chocolate<\/strong> for the chips \u2014 it makes a noticeable difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Swap kataifi for crushed pistachio brittle if you can\u2019t find shredded phyllo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replace chocolate chips with chopped dark chocolate for a deeper, less sweet flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn into a <strong>Pistachio Bar<\/strong> with no kataifi: fold extra chopped pistachios into the dough and swirl pistachio cream on top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a <strong>March Dessert<\/strong> twist, add a touch of orange zest to the dough \u2014 citrus brightens the nuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make a gluten-free version using 1:1 GF flour blend plus a splash more cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best way to serve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve room temperature or slightly warmed. A warm square with a small scoop of vanilla or pistachio ice cream? Pure decadence. For elevated plating: drizzle with melted chocolate and scatter chopped pistachios. Pair them with espresso or an Arabic-style cardamom coffee for an authentic contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage and leftovers \u2014 quick tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room temp:<\/strong> Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refrigerate:<\/strong> Up to 2 weeks (bars firm up and the pistachio center keeps longer). Let sit 10\u201315 minutes before serving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze:<\/strong> Wrap individual bars tightly and freeze up to 3 months; thaw at room temp or warm briefly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs \u2014 quick answers you\u2019ll want<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759750018311\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I skip the kataifi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Substitute crushed phyllo, cornflakes, or toasted coconut for crunch.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759750024659\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use unsalted butter?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely \u2014 add \u00bc tsp salt to the dough if you do.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759750030551\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What if I don\u2019t have pistachio cream?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Blend pistachios with a little neutral oil, or thin almond butter with a touch of sugar and a pinch of cardamom.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759750036940\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Are these like the \u201cBrown Butter Dubai Chocolate Chip Cookie\u201d bars I\u2019ve seen?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>They\u2019re inspired by that vibe \u2014 think of this as a hybrid riff on a <strong>Brown Butter Dubai Chocolate Chip Cookie<\/strong> concept with added Middle Eastern texture.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why these bars are perfect for special moments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars sit at the intersection of familiar and exotic. They read like a gourmet bake for celebrations \u2014 worthy of <strong>Dubai Cookies Recipe<\/strong> status \u2014 yet they come together using pantry staples. They\u2019ll make your dessert table feel curated. If you lead a bake sale or need a standout for a potluck, these are a serious contender in the <strong>Desserts With Pistachio<\/strong> category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic2.webp\" alt=\"Square pistachio cookie bars with a golden-brown top, studded with melty chocolate chips and sprinkled with chopped pistachios, arranged on parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-50899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pairings and presentation ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stack small squares in a pretty box for gifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve on a wooden board with baklava, biscotti, and biscotti-like cookies for a global dessert spread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drizzle pistachio cream or melted dark chocolate over the top before serving for a gloss that photographs nicely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love layered textures and deep, nutty flavor, these Brown <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-bars\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"91\">Butter Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars<\/a> will become a go-to. They hit notes of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/perfectly-chocolate-chocolate-cake-recipe\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92\">chocolate cake<\/a> bars<\/strong> chewiness, then surprise you with a crunchy, creamy middle. They read fancy but bake like comfort food; they\u2019re perfect for a weekend project, a holiday spread, or an impressive <strong>Dubai Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe<\/strong>-inspired treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to try? Brown the butter, toast the kataifi, and get your hands a little sticky \u2014 you\u2019re about to make something seriously memorable. FYI: if you double the batch, freeze half \u2014 they thaw beautifully and keep on wowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic3.webp\" alt=\"Square pistachio cookie bars with a golden-brown top, studded with melty chocolate chips and sprinkled with chopped pistachios, arranged on parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-50900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Brown-Butter-Pistachio-Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars-\u2014-Pistachio-Brown-Butter-Magic3-300x300.webp 300w, 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"12\">12<\/span> bars <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" 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They look fancy but bake up easily.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0a5e98b6e9\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0a5e98b6e9\" aria-label=\"1 cup salted butter\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0a5e98b6e9\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> salted butter<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0a5e98b6f9\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0a5e98b6f9\" aria-label=\"1 cup brown sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0a5e98b6f9\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> brown sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span 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h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Line a 9\u00d79 (or similar) baking pan with parchment so the bars lift out easily.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">Brown the butter: melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Swirl the pan and cook until the butter turns a deep golden color and gives off a toasty, nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Don\u2019t walk away \u2014 butter can go from brown to burnt fast.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar and granulated sugar with the cooled brown butter until smooth. Stir in the egg, then whisk in the heavy cream and vanilla until the mixture looks creamy.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry mix into the wet mixture until just combined.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Fold in about half of the chocolate chips so the dough has pockets of melty chocolate throughout.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Press roughly half of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating a compact base. Wet your fingers slightly if the dough sticks.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">In a skillet, toast the kataifi with a little extra butter (or a splash of oil) over medium heat until it turns golden and crisp. Transfer the toasted kataifi to a bowl and stir in the pistachio cream until well combined. Spread this pistachio-kataifi layer evenly over the cookie base.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Crumble or dollop the remaining cookie dough over the pistachio layer and press gently to form a top crust. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top and press them in lightly.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\">Bake 25\u201330 minutes, until the top turns golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-10\">Cool the pan completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares so the layers set. Garnish with chopped pistachios if you like.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>No kataifi? Substitute crushed phyllo, toasted nuts, or even cornflakes for crunch.<\/li>\n<li>Prefer unsalted butter? Use that and add \u00bc tsp salt to the dough.<\/li>\n<li>For a gluten-free version, try a 1:1 GF flour blend.<\/li>\n<li>These freeze well: wrap individual bars and freeze up to 3 months. 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These bars read fancy, taste luxe, and somehow still feel like the easiest showstopper you\u2019ll ever pull from the oven. Introduction to the recipe Imagine &#8230; <a title=\"Brown Butter Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars \u2014 Pistachio Brown Butter Magic\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/brown-butter-pistachio-chocolate-chip-cookie-bars-pistachio-brown-butter-magic\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Brown Butter Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars \u2014 Pistachio Brown Butter Magic\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":50897,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[89],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-50895","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dessert","infinite-scroll-item","resize-featured-image"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50895","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=50895"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50895\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/50897"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=50895"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=50895"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=50895"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}