Description
Chocolate Swirl Pistachio Ice Cream is a rich and creamy frozen dessert featuring real pistachios blended into a custard base with luxurious swirls of dark chocolate. This gourmet-style ice cream is both indulgent and refreshing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
- 2 cups whole milk, divided
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk (for chocolate swirl)
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine pistachios, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 cup milk. Blend until finely ground and smooth. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat the remaining 1 cup milk, heavy cream, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly pour a bit of the warm milk mixture into the yolks to temper, whisking constantly.
- Return the tempered yolk mixture to the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 170–175°F / 77–80°C).
- Remove from heat. Stir in the pistachio mixture, vanilla extract, and salt. Let cool slightly, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To make the chocolate swirl, melt the chopped chocolate with 2 tbsp cream or milk in a microwave or double boiler. Stir until smooth and let cool to room temperature.
- Churn the chilled pistachio mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions (about 20–25 minutes).
- As you transfer the churned ice cream to a container, layer spoonfuls of melted chocolate between layers of ice cream. Use a knife to gently swirl.
- Freeze the layered ice cream for at least 4 hours until firm before serving.
Notes
Use raw, unsalted pistachios for the best flavor and color.Do not overheat the custard—stir constantly and monitor temperature for best texture.Let the chocolate cool before swirling to prevent melting the churned ice cream.Add chopped pistachios or chocolate chunks for extra texture.Store in an airtight container and let soften at room temp for 5–10 minutes before scooping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
