Aarti's Creamy Pistachio Pops

Indulge in the velvety richness of Aarti’s Creamy Pistachio Pops, a delightful frozen treat that perfectly blends nutty pistachios with aromatic cardamom and a subtle touch of vanilla. This easy homemade popsicle recipe features a creamy base made with whole milk and heavy cream, combined with a smooth pistachio paste for an irresistible flavor that feels both luscious and refreshing. A sprinkle of optional chopped pistachios adds a delightful crunch to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a few simple ingredients, these gourmet popsicles are the perfect make-ahead dessert to cool down on warm days or impress your guests at a special gathering. Give your freezer a taste of elegance with these irresistible pistachio popsicles!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted shelled pistachios
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a blender, combine the shelled pistachios and 1/2 cup of whole milk. Blend until smooth, creating a pistachio paste. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 1 1/2 cups of milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to steam, but do not let it boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the pistachio paste. Whisk until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 4

Add the cardamom powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well to ensure evenly distributed flavors. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on the surface.

Step 6

Once cooled, pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small amount of space at the top for expansion. If you like, sprinkle chopped pistachios into the molds for an added crunchy texture.

Step 7

Insert popsicle sticks into the molds. Freeze the popsicles for at least 6 hours, or until completely solid.

Step 8

To release the popsicles, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds. Gently pull out the pops and serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(957.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2202.0

Total Fat 154.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 298.6mg	0%
Sodium 560.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 132.8g
Protein 43.0g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 738.0mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2052.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 29.0%