Creamy Pistachio Spread
Indulge in the luxuriously smooth and nutty flavor of this homemade Creamy Pistachio Spread—your next pantry essential that’s as versatile as it is irresistible. Made with toasted unsalted pistachios, a touch of powdered sugar, and fragrant vanilla extract, this decadent spread is brought to life with extra virgin olive oil for a silky texture and a hint of salt to balance the sweetness. Perfectly customizable in consistency, thanks to a splash of water, it’s ready in just 20 minutes and can be used as a spread for toast, a topping for desserts, or a dip for fresh fruits. With its vibrant green hue and DIY charm, this pistachio spread is both a feast for the eyes and the palate, offering a gourmet twist to elevate your everyday snacks and sweet treats.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted shelled pistachios
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 30 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 50 milliliters water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preheating a dry skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the pistachios and toast them lightly for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. This will enhance their flavor. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
Step 2
Transfer the toasted pistachios to a food processor. Pulse the pistachios until they are ground into a fine consistency, resembling a coarse meal.
Step 3
Add the powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and half of the olive oil to the food processor. Blend the mixture for about 2 minutes, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Step 4
Gradually add the remaining olive oil while the food processor is running. Continue blending until the mixture starts to come together into a paste.
Step 5
With the food processor still running, slowly add the water, a little at a time, until the spread reaches your desired consistency. You may not need to use all the water, or you might prefer to add a little more, depending on how thick or creamy you want your spread.
Step 6
Once the pistachio spread is smooth and creamy, taste it and adjust the sweetness or salt as per your preference.
Step 7
Transfer the pistachio spread to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Step 8
Enjoy the spread on toast, in desserts, or simply as a dip for fresh fruits!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (336.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1582.2 |
| Total Fat 120.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 592.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 107.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 63.7g | |
| Protein 42.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2088.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories