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Pistachio Ice Cream

Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of homemade pistachio ice cream, perfect for warm days and special occasions.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pistachio, ice cream, dessert, homemade
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate syrup for drizzling

Instructions

  • Lightly toast the pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  • Allow the pistachios to cool and then blend them into a coarse paste.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar until dissolved.
  • Stir in the pistachio paste, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  • Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container.
  • Freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
  • Serve with a drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 1g