Description
Cool summer dreams come alive with watermelon pistachio ice cream, blending Mediterranean freshness and nutty charm. Sweet kernels of pistachios dance through rosy watermelon waves, promising refreshment that makes palates sing with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) pureed watermelon
- 1 cup (236 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (236 ml) sweetened condensed milk
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup (75 g) chopped pistachios
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Transform ripe watermelon into silky smooth liquid using a blender, ensuring no chunky fragments remain.
- Create a luscious base by whisking together the watermelon puree, velvety heavy cream, sweet condensed milk, aromatic vanilla extract, and delicate salt until perfectly harmonized.
- Carefully integrate chopped pistachios throughout the mixture, allowing the nuts to distribute evenly and provide delightful texture.
- Transfer the creamy concoction into a freezer-safe container, using a spatula to create a smooth, even surface.
- Seal the container with a tight-fitting lid, protecting the developing ice cream from potential freezer odors.
- Place the container in the freezer, allowing the mixture to solidify and develop its rich, refreshing character for 4-6 hours.
- When ready to serve, remove from freezer and let sit for 2-3 minutes to soften slightly, making scooping easier.
- Scoop the vibrant watermelon pistachio ice cream into chilled bowls, revealing its stunning pale pink hue and sprinkled nut fragments.
Notes
- Select ripe, sweet watermelons for the most intense flavor and natural sweetness, avoiding watery or pale fruits.
- Toast pistachios lightly before adding to enhance their nutty aroma and provide a deeper, more robust crunch in the ice cream.
- Use full-fat heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk for an ultra-creamy texture that prevents ice crystals from forming during freezing.
- Strain watermelon puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp, ensuring a smooth, silky ice cream base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg