Gluten-Free Pistachio Cream
A rich and creamy pistachio spread that’s perfect for various treats, gluten-free, and family-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shelled and unsalted pistachios
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1-2 drops green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch the pistachios by placing them in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water. Rub off the skins.
- Combine the peeled pistachios, sugar, and salt in a food processor or high-powered blender. Process until a fine powder forms.
- Add the milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the pistachio powder. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- If desired, add a drop or two of green food coloring to enhance the color. Blend until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the pistachio cream to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow it to thicken and the flavors to meld.
Notes
Ensure that all ingredients are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination. Chill the cream properly for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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