4-Ingredient Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe

Published Jul 11, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: The Cooking Foodie via YouTube

I love pistachio nuts and they’re my favorite food to munch on because they’re not only super healthy and nutritious but also incredibly delicious. They have a distinct flavor and you can enjoy them as is or use them for ingredients instead. One of my favorite ways to use pistachio nuts is by turning them into ice cream, and not just artificially flavored ice cream, but one that’s incorporated with real pistachio nuts.

They are super easy to make and you don’t even have to own an ice cream maker or machine because you can make the cold dessert by hand using only an electric handheld mixer. What’s even better about this is that you only need 4 simple ingredients which I’m sure most of you may already have available in your kitchen. Learn this recipe now by The Cooking Foodie on YouTube and I’m sure you won’t regret it.

Ingredients for Pistachio Ice Cream:

250g or 1 cup of pistachio paste
1 (14oz) can of sweetened condensed milk
2 cups of heavy cream, cold
Vanilla extract, optional

How to Make Pistachio Ice Cream:

Step 1

Peel off the shell of the pistachios and discard them, then place the nuts in a clean kitchen towel, and shake them well to remove as much skin as possible.

Step 2

Place the pistachios in a powerful blender, then blend them for about 10 to 15 minutes or until smooth and creamy, and pour the paste into a bowl.

Step 3

Pour the cold heavy cream into a large bowl, then whip it until stiff peaks form, and add in the sweetened condensed milk and pistachio paste.

Step 4

Continue to whisk them over low speed until incorporated, then chop some more pistachios, and gently fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, then spread it evenly, and allow it to freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight. Serve, and enjoy!