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pistachio cream recipe

Pistachio Cream Recipe: Make This Decadent Spread at Home


  • Author: Camila
  • Total Time: 20–25 minutes
  • Yield: ~1¼ cups

Description

This homemade pistachio cream is ultra-smooth, rich, and just the right amount of sweet. Perfect for spreading on toast, filling pastries, or swirling into desserts, it’s a gourmet touch you can create in under 30 minutes—with real pistachios and no preservatives.


Ingredients

Scale

  • 200g raw, peeled pistachios (unsalted)

  • 100g granulated sugar (or honey for variation)

  • 30g milk powder (adds body)

  • 100g white chocolate (melted)

  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil (neutral flavor)

  • 2 tbsp whole milk (optional, to adjust texture)

Pro Tip: Use Sicilian pistachios for the best color and flavor.


Instructions

 

  1. Peel the Pistachios
    Boil for 1 minute, then transfer to ice water. Rub with a towel to remove skins. This gives a smoother, greener finish.

  2. Roast (Optional)
    Lightly roast at 300°F (150°C) for 8–10 minutes to deepen flavor.

  3. Blend into Paste
    In a food processor, blend pistachios until fine. Add sugar and milk powder. Blend again.

  4. Add Melted Chocolate
    Pour in white chocolate and blend until creamy.

  5. Finish with Oil & Milk
    Add oil and optional milk to adjust texture. The cream should be smooth, glossy, and spreadable.

Notes

  1. Store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  2. Let it come to room temp before using for perfect spreadability.
  3. Skip the sugar and chocolate for a savory version (great with garlic, lemon, and olive oil!).
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (if roasting)
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~120
  • Sugar: ~5g
  • Fat: ~9g
  • Carbohydrates: ~6g
  • Protein: ~2g