Description
This homemade pistachio cream is velvety, rich, and bursting with nutty flavor. Perfect as a spread, dessert topping, or filling, it’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients and healthy fats. Discover five amazing benefits of making this treat at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups raw, unsalted pistachios shelled (125g)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 30g
- 3/4 cup whole milk or cream 190ml, divided
- 4 oz good white chocolate chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the shelled pistachios. Boil them for 3 minutes, then drain and transfer to a clean kitchen towel. Fold the towel over the pistachios and rub them gently to loosen and remove the skins. Discard the skins and ensure the pistachios are completely dry before placing them in a blender.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and 1/4 cup of milk. Heat in 20-second intervals until the butter is melted and the milk is hot. Add the white chocolate and stir until smooth and fully melted. If needed, microwave for an additional 10–15 seconds and stir again. Alternatively, you can melt everything together in a small saucepan over low heat on the stovetop.
- Add the powdered sugar and salt to the blender with the pistachios. Pour in the melted white chocolate and butter mixture. Blend on medium speed until the pistachios form a paste.
- Gradually add the remaining milk, a few tablespoons at a time, blending until you reach your desired consistency. You may not need the entire remaining 1/2 cup, and keep in mind the cream will thicken as it cools.
- Pause to scrape down the sides of the blender 3–4 times as needed. Once everything is well blended, blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer the pistachio cream to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It will keep well in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Notes
For an extra smooth texture, strain the cream before cooling. You can also use honey instead of sugar for a natural sweetener.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT10M
- Category: Spread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg