Pistachio Pudding
Pistachio pudding is a delightful and indulgent dessert that combines the rich and nutty flavor of pistachios with a smooth and creamy texture. This luscious treat is a favorite among dessert enthusiasts and is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For Pistachio Paste
- 1 cup (100g) unsalted pistachios , raw or toasted
- 1 tbsp (8g) powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
- 2/3 cup (160ml) milk
For the Pudding
- 1/3 cup (70g) sugar
- 1/3 cup (40g) cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp (2g) salt
- 2 cups (480ml) milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp (3g) vanilla extract
- 1 tsp (5g) almond extract
- green food coloring , optional
Instructions
Prepare the pistachio paste.
- Place the pistachios into the bowl of a food processor. Add powdered sugar and salt and process for about 5 minutes until it gets into a thick paste.
- Gradually incorporate ⅔ cup (160ml) milk and process to combine.
Prepare the pistachio pudding.
- In a medium bowl mix the egg with sugar and salt. Add cornstarch and mix to combine. Gradually add the pistachio milk mixture over the egg mixture and whisk to combine. Set aside while you heat the rest of the milk.
- In a medium sized saucepan bring the rest of the milk (2 cups-480ml) to a boil.
- Remove from heat and gradually add some hot milk over the egg mixture. Pour it over the remaining hot milk whisking the whole time.
- Place it over medium heat and cook stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and almond extract. You can also add some green food coloring at this point, but this is optional.
- Divide the pudding into serving dishes.
- Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pudding and let them cool.
- Before serving, decorate the pudding with whipped cream, chopped pistachios and fresh raspberries. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving out of 6Calories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 29.2gProtein: 7.9gFat: 10.8gSaturated Fat: 2.4gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 346mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 19.3gCalcium: 157mgIron: 1mg