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Uses for Pistachio Cream – Creative, Delicious, and Everyday Ideas


  • Author: Lisa Hartwell
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Varies by use

Description

From breakfast spreads to elegant desserts and savory surprises, pistachio cream is a pantry powerhouse ready to transform any dish with its sweet, nutty richness.


Ingredients

  • Pistachio cream (store-bought or homemade)
  • Toast, pancakes, waffles
  • Greek yogurt and honey
  • Ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, or your favorite)
  • Pastry dough or cookies
  • Fresh fruit like apples, strawberries, or figs
  • Cheeses like goat cheese and parmesan
  • Buttercream or mascarpone
  • Baking ingredients for cakes, brownies, and muffins
  • Roasted vegetables, chicken, risotto, or sweet potatoes

Instructions

  1. Spread pistachio cream on toast, pancakes, or waffles for a rich breakfast treat.
  2. Swirl into oatmeal, smoothie bowls, or yogurt with honey and fruit.
  3. Use as a topping for ice cream or as a filling in crepes and pastries.
  4. Stir into cake batter, frostings, and cookie dough for a nutty twist.
  5. Add a spoonful to savory dishes like risotto or use as a glaze over chicken.
  6. Create quick desserts by drizzling over brownies, using in thumbprint cookies, or blending into mousses.
  7. Use in cheesecakes, swirl through ice cream, or mix with powdered sugar for custom glazes.
  8. Gift it in jars topped with chopped pistachios and tied with ribbon.

Notes

Pistachio cream pairs beautifully with vanilla, citrus, and berries. Store in a cool, dry place and mix well before each use.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiments & Spreads
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Versatile

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pistachio cream, spread, dessert, breakfast, Costco, pastry, toast, frosting