Description
Indulge in the creamy, crunchy goodness of Matcha Pistachio Ice Cream Crunch – a delightful frozen treat that combines the earthy, refreshing flavor of matcha with the nutty crunch of pistachios.
Ingredients
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup whole milk
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons matcha powder
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup roasted, salted pistachios, roughly chopped
Instructions
1. – In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has fully dissolved.
2. – Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the matcha powder and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. – Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish and place in the freezer. Stir the mixture every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours, then every hour until completely frozen, about 4-5 hours total.
4. – Once frozen, scoop the ice cream into a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
5. – Fold in the chopped pistachios, then transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a more pronounced matcha flavor, increase the amount of matcha powder to 3 tablespoons. You can also experiment with different types of nuts, such as almonds or cashews, in place of the pistachios.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezer
- Cuisine: American