Description
Pistachio pudding is a creamy, indulgent dessert that combines rich, nutty flavors of pistachios with a velvety smooth texture. Its beautiful green color and luxurious taste make it perfect for gatherings, birthday parties, or a comforting weeknight treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pistachios (shelled, unsalted)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups milk (whole or preferred type)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Finely chop the pistachios using a food processor or by hand. Optionally, lightly toast the pistachios in a dry skillet for 5 minutes. Set aside a few pieces for garnishing.
- In a large saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg yolks, then gradually pour the mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring constantly.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously. After about 10 minutes, when the mixture thickens, stir in butter, vanilla extract, and chopped pistachios. Add food coloring if desired.
- Pour the pudding into serving cups or a large bowl. Press plastic wrap onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until fully set.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk.
- Maple syrup or agave nectar can replace sugar for a natural sweetener alternative.
- Use arrowroot powder or tapioca starch as a cornstarch alternative for gluten-free pudding.
- For a vegan version, consider blending silken tofu until smooth to replace egg yolks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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