Dreamy Pistachio Pudding Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe for Sweet Bliss - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 cup (225 g, 8 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 2 ½ cups (310 g, 11 ounces) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200 g, 7 ounces) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (100 g, 3.5 ounces) light brown sugar, packed
• 2 (3.4 ounces or 96 g) boxes instant pistachio pudding mix
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup (60 g, 2 ounces) chopped pistachios (optional)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (115 g, 4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups (250 g, 9 ounces) powdered sugar
• 3-4 tablespoons (45-60 ml) milk or heavy cream
• Green food coloring (optional, for a brighter hue)
• Chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)