Description
This High Protein Pistachio Ice Cream is a creamy and nutritious frozen treat packed with the rich flavor of pistachios and boosted with protein powder. Made with unsweetened almond milk and Greek yogurt, it offers a delicious balance of indulgence and health, perfect for those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth while supporting their fitness goals.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios (shelled)
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (or pistachio protein powder if available)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios for added texture
Instructions
- Blend the Pistachios: In a food processor or high-speed blender, blend the pistachios until they become a fine meal, which should take about 1-2 minutes. Then add the almond milk and continue blending until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the vanilla Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, protein powder, and salt to the pistachio mixture. Blend again until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into a container and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to chill the ice cream base, which will help make the freezing process more efficient.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Once chilled, transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically about 20-25 minutes. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow container and freeze it, stirring every 30 minutes for the first 2-3 hours until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Freeze the Ice Cream: After churning, transfer the ice cream to a container with a tight-fitting lid and freeze for an additional 4-6 hours until it is firm and scoopable.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop the pistachio ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy this protein-rich frozen treat.
Notes
- Use vanilla or pistachio protein powder based on availability and preference.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of choice such as dairy or oat milk.
- Add chopped pistachios before the final freeze for extra texture and crunch.
- For a sweeter ice cream, adjust the honey or maple syrup to taste.
- If no ice cream maker is available, manual stirring during freezing helps create a smoother texture.
