Pistachio Brownies with Pistachio Ganache
Indulge in the rich and nutty flavors of Pistachio Brownies with Pistachio Ganache. These decadent treats combine fudgy dark chocolate brownies with a creamy pistachio ganache, making them perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings at home. The delightful contrast between the chocolate and pistachios creates a unique dessert experience that is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Easy to prepare, these brownies are sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ sticks (170g) unsalted butter
- 10.5 oz (300g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 cup (130g) pistachios, roughly chopped
- 8 oz (227g) white chocolate, finely chopped
- ½ cup (120g) heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons pistachio paste
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 335°F (170°C) and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until pale. Melt butter and dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, then combine with the egg mixture. Add extracts, sift in flour and salt, and fold in chopped pistachios.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20–25 minutes until shiny on top with slight cracks.
- For the ganache, warm cream, pour over white chocolate, let sit, stir until smooth, then mix in pistachio paste.
- Once brownies cool completely, spread ganache on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg