Ube Pistachio Ice Cream Bars (Printable)
Sweet ube blends with pistachio in colorful, creamy bars, ideal for cool desserts at summer gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Ube Layer
01 - 1 cup cooked ube (purple yam), mashed
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 cup coconut milk, full-fat
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ube extract
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Pistachio Layer
06 - 3/4 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
07 - 1 cup whole milk
08 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/3 cup honey or granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - Pinch of salt
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
13 - 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk for drizzling
# Method:
01 - In a saucepan, combine mashed ube, granulated sugar, coconut milk, ube extract, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, approximately 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - In a blender, process unsalted shelled pistachios, whole milk, heavy cream, honey or sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Transfer to a saucepan and gently heat over medium-low, stirring often, for 5 minutes without boiling. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
03 - Pour the cooled ube mixture evenly into ice cream bar molds, filling each mold halfway. Place in the freezer for 1 hour or until firm enough to add the next layer.
04 - Top the set ube base with the cooled pistachio mixture, filling molds to the top. Insert sticks and freeze for a minimum of 5 hours, or until the bars are completely solid.
05 - Release bars from molds. For garnish, drizzle with sweetened condensed milk and sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Unique fusion of sweet and nutty flavors
- Vibrant appearance ideal for parties and gatherings
02 -
- If you prefer vegan bars swap dairy for coconut milk alternatives.
- Ube extract intensity can vary so adjust gradually for desired flavor and color.
03 -
- Let each layer cool to room temperature before assembling for clean separation.
- Freeze the bars overnight for the best texture and easy unmolding.