Description
This high protein pistachio ice cream is a creamy, nutty, and satisfying frozen treat that’s easy to make at home. Packed with healthy fats, real pistachios, and a solid protein boost, it’s the perfect dessert for fitness lovers, clean eaters, or anyone looking for a guilt-free way to beat the heat. Dairy-free, low sugar, and customizable for keto or vegan diets.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted pistachios (soaked overnight)
1½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk)
1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
2 tbsp honey or monk fruit sweetener
¼ tsp almond extract (optional)
Pinch of sea salt
Ice cubes (optional, for blender version)
Instructions
Soak Pistachios: Soak pistachios in water overnight or for at least 6 hours. Drain before use.
Blend: Add soaked pistachios, almond milk, protein powder, sweetener, almond extract, and sea salt into a high-speed blender.
Chill: Blend until creamy and smooth. Pour into a freezer-safe container.
Freeze: Freeze for 2–3 hours. For a creamier texture, churn in an ice cream maker for 15–20 minutes before freezing.
Serve: Let thaw slightly, then scoop and top with crushed pistachios or dark chocolate chips.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt instead of almond milk for a thicker texture.
For keto, use erythritol or stevia instead of honey.
Add a pinch of matcha or spinach for natural green color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blend & Freeze
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (100g)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg