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Italian Pistachio Cream

Italian Pistachio Cream
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Italian Pistachio Cream is a velvety, luscious spread made from fresh, raw pistachios blended with powdered sugar, heavy cream, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. This rich and smooth cream offers authentic Italian flavor and is perfect for spreading, drizzling, or dolloping onto desserts, fruits, or pastries. Easy to make with minimal ingredients, it provides a naturally nutty, sweet, and creamy treat that brings vibrant pistachio taste to your palate.

Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw pistachios (unsalted)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pistachios: Shell the pistachios if necessary, then gently toast them in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant but not burnt. This intensifies their flavor and brings out the natural oils.
  2. Grind the Pistachios: Transfer the toasted pistachios to a food processor and pulse until they form a fine crumb, taking care not to overblend into pistachio butter yet.
  3. Add Sweeteners and Liquids: Add powdered sugar, a pinch of salt, and vanilla extract to the ground pistachios. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and vegetable oil as you continue to blend, working towards a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  4. Blend Until Creamy: Process the mixture for several minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the cream is thick, rich, velvety, and free of lumps or graininess.
  5. Taste and Adjust: Taste the cream and add more powdered sugar for sweetness or additional cream/oil to soften the texture until it reaches your desired balance.

Notes

  • Use fresh, raw pistachios for best flavor and vibrant green color.
  • Pulse less for chunkier texture or blend longer for a smooth cream.
  • Powdered sugar dissolves better for a silky texture compared to granulated sugar.
  • Store the cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Vegetable or light olive oil recommended to keep flavor balanced.
  • For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • To add texture, fold in chopped pistachios at the end of blending.

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Keywords: Italian pistachio cream, pistachio spread, nutty dessert topping, gluten free pistachio cream, creamy pistachio spread, pistachio dip

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