Best 8 Cool Pistachio Dessert Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the vibrant and delectable world of pistachio desserts. From creamy and aromatic panna cotta to the classic and refreshing pistachio gelato, there's a pistachio dessert to tantalize every palate. Dive into the rich history of this ancient nut, tracing its roots from the Middle East to its prominent role in modern-day desserts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the art of creating pistachio desserts that are both visually stunning and bursting with flavor.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COOL PISTACHIO DESSERT



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Just what you ordered! A cool do-ahead dessert that serves a crowd, too!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 cup water
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
3 cups milk
2 packages (4-serving size each) pistachio instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed (3 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup chocolate-flavor syrup
Chopped pistachio nuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease 15x10x1-inch pan. In 2 1/2-quart saucepan, heat butter and water to rolling boil. Stir in flour; reduce heat to low. Stir vigorously about 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball; remove from heat. Beat in eggs all at once; continue beating until smooth. Spread dough in pan.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. (Crust will be puffy and uneven.)
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup of the milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Add remaining milk and the pudding mix (dry). Beat about 2 minutes or until smooth and slightly thickened; immediately spread over crust. Spread with whipped topping.
  • Refrigerate uncovered at least 1 hour but no longer than 24 hours. Just before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with nuts. For servings, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg

PISTACHIO DESSERT



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When I first fixed dinner for my father in law, he put this in his mouth and just sit there, I had no idea, I thought he wanted to spit it out, but once he swallowed it, he said he loved it and just wanted to hold it in his mouth. This was his very favorite, and everyone loves this. The cream cheese layer is sometimes hard to spread, I use the back of a large spoon and run cold water over it. Prep time includes 4 hours in the fridge before serving.

Provided by Melaine

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup flour
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup Cool Whip
2 (3 ounce) packages pistachio pudding mix
1 cup Cool Whip
1/2 pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix butter flour and pecans together.
  • Press in 9 x 13 pan.
  • Bake ar 350 for 15 minutes.
  • Cream together cream cheese, powdered sugar and cool whip.
  • Spread on cooled crust.
  • Make pistachio pudding with 2 cups milk.
  • Spread over cheese layer.
  • Top with a thin layer of cool whip and sprinkle with nuts.
  • Refrigerate for 4 hours before serving. Store in refrigerater.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 41.2, Sodium 131.8, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 13.5, Protein 2.9

PISTACHIO ICE CREAM DESSERT



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Both creamy and crunchy, this fabulous frozen dessert is a favorite at our house. You'll love the pistachio flavor and toffee candy topping. -Heather Ahrens Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers
1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 packages (1.4 ounces each) Heath candy bars, crushed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Press into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 325° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Stir in ice cream; pour over crust. Cover and freeze for 2 hours or until firm. , Spread with whipped topping; sprinkle with crushed candy bars. Cover and freeze for 1 hour or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

LAYERED PISTACHIO PUDDING DESSERT



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup flour
1 cup coarsely chopped PLANTERS Pecans
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted
1 Tbsp sugar
1 pkg (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
3 cups COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
2 pkg (4 serving-size each) JELL-O Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding & Pie Filling
3 cups milk
3 cups COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl combine flour, pecans, butter, and sugar with a pastry blender. Pat or press into a 9 x 13 metal baking pan. Bake for 13 minutes. Cool completely before covering with next layer.
  • In another mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 3 cups whipped topping. Spread evenly over crust.
  • Prepare pudding as directed on package, but only use 3 cups milk. Spread evening over cream cheese layer.
  • Spread 3 cups whipped topping on top of pudding layer. Chill for 2 hours, cut, and serve. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

20 BEST PISTACHIO DESSERT COLLECTION



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You'll go nuts for these tasty pistachio desserts! From chocolate bark to cake to cookies and pie, this little green nut brings plenty of flavor to so many treats.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Desserts     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 20

Pistachio u0026amp; Cranberry White Chocolate Bark
Watergate Cake
Salted Chocolate Pistachio Shortbread
Pistachio Drop Cookies
Pistachio Pie
Cranberry Pistachio Fudge
Pistachio Ice Cream
Pistachio Cupcakes
Chocolate, Pistachio, and Tahini Truffles
Pistachio Pie Bars
Chocolate Pistachio Brownies
Pistachio Oat Squares
Pistachio Bread
Pistachio and Lemon Cake
Swedish Cardamom Pistachio Buns
Pistachio Pear Crisp
Pistachio Pudding Trifle
Pistachio Lush
Salted Pistachio Brittle
Watergate Salad

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a pistachio dessert in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

PISTACHIO-CHERRY-PINEAPPLE MARSHMALLOW DESSERT



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A refreshing and simple dessert made with instant pistachio pudding, Cool Whip®, marshmallows, and pineapple. Perfect on a warm summer day.

Provided by melissa loudy

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (3 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (10.5 ounce) package fruit flavored mini marshmallows
1 (8 ounce) can fruit cocktail
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Stir together instant pistachio pudding mix, frozen whipped topping, mini marshmallows, fruit cocktail, crushed pineapples, and maraschino cherries in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5 calories, Carbohydrate 73.5 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 38.4 g

PISTACHIO BAR DESSERT



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Delight the party with this Pistachio Bar Dessert. Dark crust and two lush fillings will put our Pistachio Bar Dessert first on every guest list.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h20m

Yield 32 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

36 vanilla creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, finely crushed (about 3 cups)
6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
2 pkg. (3.4 oz. each) JELL-O Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding
2 cups cold milk
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
1/2 cup toffee bits

Steps:

  • Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Beat pudding mixes and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min.; spread 1-1/2 cups onto crust. Stir half the COOL WHIP into remaining pudding; spread over pudding layer in pan. Cover with remaining COOL WHIP.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Sprinkle with toffee bits just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0.9442 g

THE BEST PISTACHIO DESSERT EVER!



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Make and share this The Best Pistachio Dessert Ever! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SafrankaLady

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup flour
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup margarine
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
2 cups milk
1 cup icing sugar
1 (30 g) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 cup whipping cream
5 tablespoons slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Crust: Put flour and butter into bowl. Mix until crumbly. Stir in pecans.
  • Press into ungreased 8x8 or 9x9 pan.
  • Bake at 350 F for 15 minute Cool.
  • Filling:.
  • Mix cheese and sugar together well. Spread over cooled shortbread crust.
  • Beat pudding mix with milk until thickened. Pour over cheese-sugar layer.
  • Chill a few minutes to firm.
  • Whip Cream until stiff. Spread over pudding layer.
  • Sprinkle with slivered almonds.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pistachios. Ripe pistachios have a bright green color and a sweet, nutty flavor. Avoid pistachios that are brown or shriveled.
  • Use unsalted pistachios. Salted pistachios can make your dessert too salty. If you only have salted pistachios, be sure to rinse them off before using them.
  • Toast the pistachios. Toasting the pistachios will enhance their flavor and make them more fragrant. To toast pistachios, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Use a variety of textures. For a more interesting dessert, use a variety of textures, such as crunchy, creamy, and chewy. For example, you could use chopped pistachios, pistachio butter, and pistachio pudding.
  • Add other flavors that complement pistachio. Pistachio pairs well with a variety of flavors, such as chocolate, rosewater, and orange. Experiment with different flavors to find one that you like.

Conclusion:

Pistachio is a delicious and versatile nut that can be used in a variety of desserts. With its unique flavor and beautiful green color, pistachio can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any dessert. Whether you are looking for a simple and refreshing dessert or something more decadent and indulgent, there is a pistachio dessert out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, be sure to give pistachio a try.

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