This Pistachio Chip Ice Cream is a creamy, no-churn frozen treat that delivers rich pistachio flavor with crunchy dark chocolate chips in every bite. Inspired by the popular Dubai chocolate bar, this homemade version is made using a unique milk syrup instead of condensed milk, resulting in a silky smooth texture. With the perfect balance of sweet, salty, nutty, and chocolatey flavors, this ice cream is a must-try for any dessert lover
Total Time:6 hours 50 minutes
Ingredients
White sugar (¾ cup) – Sweetens and stabilizes the base.
Milk (¾ cup) – Forms the base of the homemade milk syrup.
Almond extract (2 drops) – Enhances the nuttiness.
Vanilla extract (¼ tsp) – Balances the flavors with a warm aroma.
Green gel food coloring (1 drop) – Optional, for a classic pistachio hue.
Heavy cream (2 cups, ice cold) – Whipped for a fluffy, creamy texture.
Roasted salted pistachios (½ cup, plus extra for garnish) – Adds crunch and flavor contrast.
Dark chocolate chips (½ cup) – Provides bursts of rich, bittersweet chocolate in every bite.
Instructions
Make the Milk Syrup – Combine sugar and milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir occasionally and let it boil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes.
Mix Flavorings – Once cooled, whisk in pistachio butter, almond extract, vanilla extract, and food coloring. Refrigerate for 2 hours until fully chilled.
Whip the Cream – Using a chilled bowl, whisk heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Incorporate the Pistachio Mixture – Add half of the chilled pistachio mixture to the whipped cream and mix lightly. Then add the remaining half and gently fold until just combined.
Add Mix-ins – Transfer the mixture into a frozen container. Sprinkle half the pistachios and chocolate chips, stirring gently with a fork. Sprinkle the remaining mix-ins evenly on top.
Freeze – Cover with plastic wrap, place the lid on the container, and freeze for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
Serve & Enjoy – Scoop and serve with extra chopped pistachios for garnish
