No-Churn Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe
A creamy and irresistibly delicious no-churn pistachio ice cream made with just four simple ingredients, requiring no ice cream maker. Perfect for a quick homemade treat with a rich pistachio flavor and delightful crunch from chopped nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings (0.5 cup each)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base
- 2 cups heavy cream, cold
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup pistachio paste or butter (approximately 227 grams, see notes for variations)
Topping
- ⅓ cup chopped pistachios, raw and shelled
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or a handheld electric mixer, beat the cold heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form, which means the peaks hold their shape firmly when you lift the beater.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Add the entire can of sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream and continue beating on medium-high speed until fully combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Pistachio Paste: Pour in the pistachio paste and mix on low speed until it is completely integrated into the cream mixture, ensuring even pistachio flavor throughout.
- Fold in Chopped Pistachios: Gently fold in the chopped pistachios with a spatula, reserving a small amount to sprinkle on top later for added texture and garnish.
- Freeze: Transfer the mixture into a 9×5 inch metal loaf pan or any 8-cup container. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent freezer burn and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
- Serve: Scoop and serve the ice cream directly from the freezer, garnished with the reserved chopped pistachios for extra crunch and presentation.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of pistachio paste according to brand strength and personal preference; up to 1 cup (250 grams) can be used for a more intense flavor.
- Ensure the heavy cream is very cold before whipping to achieve stiff peaks easily.
- To make pistachio paste at home, blend shelled pistachios with a small amount of oil to a smooth consistency.
- This recipe requires no ice cream maker thanks to the whipping and freezing method, making it simple and convenient.
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