Description
Rose Pistachio Ice Cream is a luxurious, floral-infused frozen dessert that blends the smooth richness of cream with the exotic aroma of rose water and the crunchy texture of roasted pistachios. Inspired by Middle Eastern flavors, it’s a sophisticated summer indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 5 large egg yolks
- 2 tsp rose water
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted pistachios (unsalted)
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
- Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly to temper.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and stir in rose water and salt.
- Let the custard cool, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.
- Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, adding the pistachios in the last few minutes of churning.
Notes
- Add a pinch of cardamom for extra depth and warmth.
- A drop of pink food coloring can enhance the visual appeal.
- Use unsalted roasted pistachios for best texture and flavor.
- No-churn option: whip 2 cups cream and fold in 1 can condensed milk, rose water, and pistachios.
- Best enjoyed within two weeks for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churned
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 290kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 160mg