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Creamy Homemade Pistachio Spread Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 53 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 cup of pistachio cream
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This homemade pistachio cream is a luscious and smooth spread made from blended pistachios, milk, sugar, and white chocolate chips, enriched with butter for a creamy texture. Perfectly sweetened and optionally tinted with natural green food coloring, this versatile cream is ideal for spreading on toasted bread or using as a dessert topping.

Ingredients

Pistachio Cream Base

  • 1 cup raw, shelled pistachios
  • 3/4 cup whole milk, divided
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 drop natural green food coloring (optional)

Additional

  • Hot water (for soaking pistachios)

Instructions

  1. Toast the pistachios: Heat a dry pan over medium heat and toast the shelled pistachios for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning. This enhances their nutty flavor.
  2. Soak the pistachios: Place the toasted pistachios in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for 30 minutes to soften, then drain thoroughly.
  3. Heat milk and chocolate: In a small saucepan, warm 1/2 cup of the whole milk over low heat. Add the white chocolate chips and stir until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Blend the cream: In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked pistachios, the remaining 1/4 cup whole milk, melted white chocolate mixture, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. Add food coloring (optional): If desired, add one drop of natural green food coloring to enhance the pistachio hue and blend briefly to incorporate.
  6. Chill and serve: Transfer the pistachio cream to a glass jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let it thicken and the flavors to meld. Serve on toasted bread or as desired.

Notes

  • Toasting the pistachios briefly before soaking brings out a richer, more pronounced nutty flavor.
  • Skipping the green food coloring does not affect taste; the natural beige-green color of pistachios will still make a beautiful cream.
  • Store the pistachio cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Prep Time: 13 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Spread
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/creamy-homemade-pistachio-spread-recipe/