Authentic Italian Pistachio Cream (Crema di Pistacchio)
This luscious Italian pistachio cream is rich, velvety, and perfect as a spread, filling, or topping for desserts.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, shelled
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Blend the pistachios in a food processor until finely ground.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, milk, and cream. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the ground pistachios and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and salt.
- Allow the mixture to cool before using or storing in an airtight container.