Pistachio and Fresh Mint Milkshake

Name: Pistachio and Fresh Mint Milkshake
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 4 scoops of ice cream (pistachio); 25 cl of whole milk (very cold); 8 leaves of mint (fresh and washed); 1 tbsp of pistachio paste (pure); 20 g of pistachios (blanched and crushed); 6 ice cubes

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The homemade pistachio milkshake combines the creaminess of ice cream with the invigorating notes of fresh mint. Served well chilled, it's enjoyed as an indulgent dessert or for a sweet break on summer afternoons.

Total time: 5 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: –
Rest: 15 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €2.20

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 6

glasses

Estimated cost €4.40

For the creamy base

4 scoops of ice creampistachio
1 cup whole milkvery cold

For flavor

8 leaves of mintfresh and washed

To boost the flavor

1 tbsp pistachio pastepureoptional

For the garnish

2 ½ tbsp pistachiosblanched and crushed

For the texture

6 ice cubesoptional

Equipment

Blenderpowerful electric
Paring knifeto crush the nuts
Stemless glassessuch as water or cocktail glasses

Instructions

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Place the glasses in the refrigerator for so they are perfectly chilled at serving time.

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Coarsely chop the pistachios with a paring knife on a cutting board, then set aside for the finishing touch.

Place the scoops of pistachio ice cream, the whole milk, the pistachio paste, the ice cubes, and most of the mint leaves in the blender jar.

Blend on high speed for until you get a velvety, even, slightly frothy texture.

Immediately pour the drink into the chilled glasses to preserve its freshness and creamy consistency.

Sprinkle the top of each glass with the crushed pistachios and finish by garnishing with the remaining mint leaves.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

285kcal

Protein7 g10%
Carbs33 g46%
Fat14 g44%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

To preserve the nice frothy texture without turning it liquid, be sure to use very cold whole milk straight from the refrigerator. A short 45-second blend is enough to get a dense emulsion without melting the ice cream.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Not suitable. The texture becomes grainy and the flavors deteriorate.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Not suitable. Texture and freshness are lost immediately after preparation.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Same day

Not suitable. The ice cream melts and the mint can oxidize.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable. Cold drink.

Variations

Plant-based version: replace the ice cream with a plant-based pistachio ice cream and the whole milk with oat or almond drink.
Boozy cocktail version: add 3 cl of white mint liqueur or white crème de cacao for a festive adults-only drink.
Extra crunchy version: stir roasted pistachio pieces directly into the blender during the last 5 seconds of blending to keep some bite.

Mistakes to avoid

Blending too long, because the heat from the spinning blades would melt the ice cream and make the mixture too runny.
Using salted pistachios for the garnish, which would completely throw off the sweet mildness of the drink.
Adding too much mint, which risks completely masking the subtle flavors of the pistachio.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this recipe without pistachio ice cream?

Yes, you can use good-quality vanilla ice cream and increase the amount of pistachio paste to keep a pronounced flavor and a pretty pale green color.

Which milk should I choose for the best texture?

Whole milk is ideal for a velvety, indulgent body. 2% milk also works, although the final result will be a little thinner.

Does the mixture need sweetening?

There's no need to add sugar. The ice cream already provides all the sweetness needed to balance the fresh, herbal taste of the mint and the flavor of the pistachios.

How do I crush the pistachios cleanly?

Place the blanched nuts in a small freezer bag and gently crush them with a rolling pin to get even pieces without anything flying out.