Pistachio Cream Recipe: Perfect for Every Occasion
Pistachio cream is a rich, smooth, and nutty spread made from pistachios, sugar, and cream. Perfect as a topping for desserts, a filling for pastries, or a decadent spread for bread.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Blanch the pistachios by boiling them for 2–3 minutes, then draining and peeling off the skins.
- In a food processor, blend the pistachios until finely ground.
- Add sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the processor and blend until combined.
- Gradually add the heavy cream and butter, blending until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the pistachio cream to a jar or container. Allow it to cool if it has warmed during blending.