Rose Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe
This luscious Rose Pistachio Ice Cream combines creamy cream cheese and rich heavy cream with aromatic rose water and crunchy pistachios for a refreshing and elegant frozen dessert. Perfect for special occasions or a fancy treat at home, this recipe offers both churned and no-churn methods for easy preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (if churning), otherwise 0
- Total Time: 40 minutes (churned), 6 hours 15 minutes (no-churn method including freezing)
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
Ice 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)
- 2 tablespoons rose water (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Add-ins & Garnish
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- Optional: few drops pink food coloring
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 there are no lumps for a creamy texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, rose water, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. If you desire a delicate pink hue, add a few drops of pink food coloring and stir gently to blend.
- Churn or Freeze: For those using an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into the machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically about 20 to 25 minutes. Add the chopped pistachios during the last five minutes of churning to ensure even distribution. Alternatively, for the no-churn method, fold the chopped pistachios into the mixture, transfer it into a freezer-safe container, and freeze for at least 6 hours until firm.
- Serve: Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping. Garnish with extra chopped pistachios and optionally dried rose petals for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Adjust rose water amount to taste; start with less as it can be strong.
- If using the no-churn method, stirring the ice cream once or twice during freezing can help avoid ice crystals.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute cream cheese, heavy cream, and milk with coconut-based products, but texture will vary.
- Keep the pistachios lightly toasted for enhanced flavor if desired.
- This ice cream is best enjoyed within one week for optimal freshness.
Keywords: Rose Pistachio Ice Cream, Cream Cheese Ice Cream, No-Churn Ice Cream, Middle Eastern Dessert, Floral Ice Cream, Homemade Ice Cream
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