Pistachio Cookie Bars

Step 1

Cream butter, dry pudding mix, and sugar in a large mixing bowl till creamy. Beat in eggs, vanilla, and almond extract. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Press dough into the bottom of a greased 9x13" pan. Bake at 350° for about 20 minutes, or till lightly browned on the edges.

Step 3

Cool completely, then frost. Garnish with chopped pistachios.

Step 4

For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter in a small mixing bowl till smooth. Add remaining ingredients and beat till smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Spread frosting over cooled bars and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.