Description
Nutty, creamy, and deliciously nostalgic, these pistachio popsicles are simple to prepare and ideal for enjoying a warm day of indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 box (3.4 oz) pistachio pudding mix
- 2 cups of milk (whole or 2.2%)
- 1 cup of heavy cream (or half-and-half to make lighter versions)
- 1/2 cup chopped Pistachios (optional to add crunch)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (optional to add a touch of warmth)
Instructions
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Ready the pudding mix: Start by combining the pistachios with cold milk in the bowl of a mixer. Mix for approximately two minutes untilĀ the mixture is smooth and somewhat thinned.
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Add the heavy cream: Gently fold in the heavy cream, adding richness.Ā Make sure to stir slowly, so that you donāt create air bubbles that can cause popsicles to be unevenly frozen.
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Include Pistachios (Optional):Ā If youād like to add a touch of crunch, add the chopped Pistachios.Ā Toast them gently before toasting to give them a more pronounced flavour.
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Pour into moldsĀ Be careful to put the pudding mix into popsicle molds. Leave an opening at the top of the mold to avoid spills.
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Get rid of the air Bubbles: Tap the molds gently on the counter to eliminate any air bubbles. Also, ensure the contents are equally dispersed.
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FreezeĀ Set the molds aside in the freezer, for at minimum 4 hours or for a night, to assure that they are the molds are completely firm.
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Take out popsicles from molds: To easily release popsicles, simply run the molds in hot water for about a minute.
Notes
Make use of cold milk to aid in making the pudding mix thicken.
Incorporate the heavy cream slowly to eliminate air bubbles.
Toasting the pistachios before adding them adds a nutty taste.
Make sure to tap molds against the counter to remove air bubbles.
For easier removal, rinse the molds in hot water for just several minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- freezing: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Frozen
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pistachio popsicles, pudding pops, summer dessert, frozen treat, easy dessert recipe