NO CHURN PISTACHIO ICE CREAM

No-Churn Pistachio Ice Cream is a creamy and delicious pistachio-flavored dessert with bits of chopped pistachios blended throughout to create the perfect after-dinner treat. The natural green hue from the pistachios gives this treat a visually appealing look and complements its delicious taste, making it a great addition to any dessert menu.

If you’ve ever had pistachio ice cream before and loved it, you’ll know that it is something special. This pistachio ice cream is made with just four ingredients, and the best part is you don’t need an ice cream maker for this dessert. It’s a no-churn recipe, which means it’s very simple to whip up at home. You won’t believe how creamy and flavorful it is!

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With a combination of heavy whipping cream and condensed milk, this ice cream is wonderfully creamy while also flavorful from the addition of pistachio paste, making it far healthier than store-bought alternatives. The pistachios give a nutty pistachio taste to the ice cream. It’s truly the ideal refreshing summer ice cream recipe!

Pistachio Ice Cream is an easy, creamy nut ice cream dessert that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth on a hot summer day! It’s such a rich, refreshing, and creamy pistachio treat, especially delightful on top of a Blueberry Tart.

This easy homemade ice cream is also super simple to customize. In fact, I’ve included a whole section below on ideas that you could try. It’s a homemade ice cream recipe that I rely on again and again!

NO CHURN PISTACHIO ICE CREAM INGREDIENTS

This homemade ice cream is incredibly delicious and needs only a few ingredients. Full ingredients and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Here’s what you will need:

• Heavy cream – Use a full-fat heavy cream for the ice cream base for the best results.
• Sweetened Condensed Milk – Sweetened condensed milk will keep ice cream perfectly sweet and creamy. Make sure you use sweetened condensed milk and not evaporated milk!
• Pistachios – I recommend using unsalted, shelled pistachios, typically labeled as “raw”. Raw pistachios provide the best neutral flavor and natural color in your ice cream. It’s important to ensure they are unsalted to control the salt content in your ice cream recipe.
• Sea salt – Salt in ice cream helps cut through the sweetness and balance and intensify the flavors. You can omit it if you prefer.

HOW TO MAKE NO-CHURN PISTACHIO ICE CREAM

This recipe only has a few easy steps!

• Pistachio paste: Place the pistachios in a food processor. Pulse on high several times to break them into smaller pieces. Continue processing until they are finely chopped and form a smooth paste. 
• Beat cream: Beat the cream in an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Add the sweetened condensed milk and salt to the whipped cream mixture and mix to combine.

• Combine: Using a spatula, gently fold in the chopped pistachios paste into the mixture. Stir to combine.

• Freeze: Transfer the pistachio ice cream to a freezer-safe, long, shallow container or loaf pan and smooth it out into one even layer. Spread the reserved crushed pistachios over the top of the ice cream, cover with plastic wrap, and then place into the freezer to harden for 6 -8 hours or (preferably) overnight until the ice cream is set. 
• Serving: Allow it to defrost at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving. To serve, scoop in bowls or scoop into an ice cream cone. Enjoy!

OPTIONAL ADDITIONS FOR PISTACHIO ICE CREAM

You can also experiment with a few substitutions or add-ins. For example, you could replace pistachios with different nuts or simply add extra ingredients. Here are some options:

• There are several ingredients that pair well with pistachios. For example; almond (extract) or Vanilla, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, figs, cherries or bananas.
• You can add dark chocolate chips, mini white chocolate chips, or full-size, depending on what you like.
• Other options include crushed cookies for extra crunch and flavor. Or even swirl in some homemade Rhubarb Strawberry Sauce for extra flavor.
• When incorporating herbs into the recipe; considering herbs to pair with pistachio ice cream, you’d want to choose options that enhance rather than overpower its delicate flavor: Mint or Lavender. Peppermint extract can be included for an extra minty flavor, and you can also add freshly minced mint leaves.
• Alcohol: There are tons of options- brandy, vodka, gin, and more. Just be cautious not to add too much, as it can lower the freezing point of the mixture and affect its consistency.

PISTACHIOS: Feel free to adjust the amount of pistachios to your personal preference. Also, I recommend buying some that are already shelled, because that will save you and your fingers a lot of grief! You can also use pre-made pistachio paste from the store for added convenience and a more intense pistachio flavor. 

COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT NO CHURN ICE CREAM

Is no churn ice cream the same as regular ice cream?

No. The main differences between the two are that no churn ice cream is denser and creamier compared to traditional churned ice cream, which often has a lighter, fluffier texture due to the incorporation of air during churning. No churn ice cream recipes typically use fewer ingredients, often consisting of heavy cream and condensed milk as the base, whereas traditional ice cream recipes include eggs, sugar, and milk or cream.

How long does no churn homemade ice cream last?

Once frozen, no churn ice cream well last in the freezer for about 1-2 weeks if stored in an airtight container. Over time, it may become icier, so it’s best enjoyed within this timeframe for optimal texture and flavor.

HOW TO STORE

Store any leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for 1-2 weeks or store in the loaf pan, covered tightly with plastic wrap for up to 1 week.

When serving, simply allow it to sit in room temperature for a few minutes before scooping out the container.

Recipe Notes:

• Cream. There is no substitute for heavy whipping cream in this recipe. The fat in heavy cream helps create a rich and creamy texture when whipped, which is essential for achieving a smooth and luxurious ice cream consistency without the need for churning.
• Stand mixer. Mix the ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer using the whisk attachment.
• If you’re storing the ice cream in a loaf pan, you can cover it tightly with a layer of plastic wrap.

If you give this No Churn Pistachio Ice Cream a try, let me know your thoughts and any questions in the comments section. 😊 I genuinely appreciate your feedback and am always here to answer any questions you may have. Also, pin the recipe by clicking the “PIN” button, for your future reference.

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