Luscious saffron, cardamom & pistachio cream layered over an almond crust! These gluten-free Kesar Pista bars secretly pack 7g protein. Perfect for Diwali or any other holiday meal! (soy-free, dairy-free, vegan)

Kesar means saffron, and pista means pistachio. These saffron pistachio bars are just so delicious. I just wasn’t ready for how decadent and luxurious they were going to turn out! They’re kind of like creamy lemon bars, but with nutty pistachio and floral saffron flavors in them. 

The saffron-pistachio combination is very popular in Indian desserts and also desserts from many other cuisines. These two flavors just work so amazingly well together, especially raw, fresh pistachios and floral saffron.

I’m using that today to make a fusion Indian dessert based on kesar burfi, kesar pista ladoo, or pedas, but I made them into these bars. We make this almond flour crust with some cardamom and then make the cream topping with cashews, coconut milk, saffron, and a little pistachio, and then top it with generous amounts of chopped pistachio. It all sets up and it becomes just amazing!

If you don’t have saffron, you can skip that flavor, and add extra cardamom, add a pinch of turmeric for color, and an extra splash of vanilla. That flavor profile pairs really well with the pistachios, as well.

Why You’ll Love Kesar Pista Bars

• rich, creamy, decadent bars with nutty pistachios and floral saffron and cardamom flavors
• quick almond flour crust
• easy to make with simple ingredients
• naturally gluten-free and soy-free with almond-free option

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If you're looking for a curry that's luxurious, deeply aromatic, and surprisingly easy to make at home, this Thai lamb massaman curry deserves a spot on your table!

If you are looking for an authentic Thai fine dining experience at home, make this authentic Thai lamb massaman curry with tender lamb, creamy coconut milk, potatoes, and aromatic spice paste!

Slow-cooked until the lamb becomes irresistibly tender, this rich curry infused with coconut milk combines fragrant Thai spices, roasted peanuts and a delicate balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and warm flavors that make every bite unforgettable.

A rich, mildly spiced Thai curry that’s perfect for special dinners!

What is Thai lamb Massaman Curry?

Thai lamb massaman curry is one of Thailand's richest and most comforting curries, celebrated for its unique fusion of Thai and Middle Eastern flavors!

Unlike fiery red or green curries, massaman curry is mellow, creamy, and warmly spiced, thanks to ingredients like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, cumin, coriander, and nutmeg blended into the curry paste.

Slow-cooked with tender chunks of lamb, creamy coconut milk, potatoes, onions and a touch of tamarind and palm sugar, the curry develops incredible depth and complexity as it simmers.

The result is a beautifully balanced dish where sweet, savory, tangy, nutty, and aromatic flavors come together in perfect harmony.

Served over fragrant jasmine rice and sprinkled with a generous amount of roasted peanuts, Thai lamb massaman curry is comfort food at its finest—rich enough for a special occasion yet simple enough to recreate in your own kitchen.

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