Description
Creamy, nutty, and perfectly sweet — this pistachio ice cream is an indulgent treat with a subtle crunch and a gorgeous green hue.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pistachios raw unsalted
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- Wafers
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the pistachios and sugar until finely ground (about 45 seconds). Set aside 2 tablespoons of the mixture for topping.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the pistachio-sugar mixture, salt, vanilla extract, and green food coloring (if using).
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (around 25 minutes). Transfer the churned ice cream to a 1-quart freezer-safe container.
- Stir in extra chopped pistachios if desired. Cover and freeze until firm — about 4 to 6 hours.
- Scoop and top with the reserved pistachio-sugar mix and ice cream wafers.
Notes
You can skip the food coloring for a more natural look, or add more pistachios for extra texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 362 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 162 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g