Description
Delight in the delicate and fragrant Rose Pistachio Ice Cream, a creamy frozen dessert combining the floral essence of rose water with the nutty crunch of pistachios. This no-churn recipe is easy to prepare at home, delivering a luxurious balance of flavors and textures perfect for warm days or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (225 grams)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (480 ml)
- 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
Flavorings
- 2 tablespoons rose water (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional: few drops pink food coloring
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, ensuring no lumps remain for a creamy texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, rose water, vanilla extract, and lemon juice into the cream cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly until well combined. If desired, add a few drops of pink food coloring to achieve a soft pastel hue.
- Churn or Freeze: For an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into the machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, approximately 20–25 minutes. Add the roughly chopped pistachios in the last 5 minutes of churning to distribute evenly. For a no-churn method, gently fold the pistachios into the combined mixture, then pour into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Remove the ice cream from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly before scooping. Garnish with extra pistachios or dried rose petals to enhance presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust rose water to taste, as its flavor can be quite strong.
- For a smoother texture, ensure cream cheese is well softened before mixing.
- Use high-quality pistachios for better flavor and texture.
- If no pink food coloring is available, the ice cream will still taste wonderful without it.
- Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container to prevent ice crystals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (churning) or 0 minutes if no-churn
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning or No-Churn
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern / Persian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 100 grams)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 24 grams
- Saturated Fat: 14 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 1.2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Rose pistachio ice cream, no-churn ice cream, floral ice cream, homemade ice cream, easy ice cream recipe
