Drinks

Pistachio Milkshake

Name: Pistachio Milkshake
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Drinks
Ingredients: 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled; 2 cups whole milk, chilled; 2 scoops vanilla ice cream; 2 tbsp sugar; 1/4 tsp green cardamom powder; 6 ice cubes; 2 tbsp pistachios, chopped for garnish; a few saffron strands, optional

A creamy pistachio milkshake made with soaked pistachios, chilled milk, and a touch of cardamom for a fragrant drink. It is rich, lightly nutty, and best served very cold with a simple garnish of crushed nuts.

15 minsPrep

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420 kcal per serving14g protein 40g carbs 22g fat

Ingredients

pistachios, shelled1/2 cup
whole milk, chilled2 cups
vanilla ice cream2 scoops
sugar2 tbsp
green cardamom powder1/4 tsp
ice cubes6
pistachios, chopped for garnish2 tbsp
saffron strands, optionala few

Method

Soak the shelled pistachios in warm water for 10 minutes, then peel off any loosened skins for a brighter green color.
Blend the pistachios with a few tablespoons of milk until smooth and creamy.
Add the remaining milk, vanilla ice cream, sugar, cardamom powder, and ice cubes, then blend until thick and frothy.
Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed, then blend briefly again.
Pour into two chilled glasses, garnish with chopped pistachios and a few saffron strands if using, and serve immediately.