Creamy Pistachio Pudding with Grapes
A smooth, nutty, and refreshing homemade pudding, topped with juicy grapes and crunchy pistachios.
Ingredients
🥄 What You’ll Need
- For the Pistachio Pudding:
- 2 cups whole milk or almond milk for dairy-free
- ½ cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup pistachio paste
- 1 egg yolk optional, for extra creaminess
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup finely chopped pistachios
For the Topping:
- 1 cup fresh grapes halved
- ¼ cup crushed pistachios
- Whipped cream optional
🌱 Ingredient Substitutions & Variations
- Dairy-Free: Use coconut or almond milk and replace butter with vegan butter or coconut oil.
- Refined Sugar-Free: Swap granulated sugar with maple syrup or honey.
- Extra Flavor: Add a pinch of cardamom or cinnamon.
- Nut-Free: Substitute pistachios with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Base
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt with milk.
- Stir continuously to prevent lumps.
- Mix in the pistachio paste.
2️⃣ Cook the Mixture
- Set over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Let it thicken for about 5 minutes.
- If using an egg yolk, temper it with a spoonful of hot mixture, then stir back in.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
3️⃣ Enhance the Texture
- Fold in finely chopped pistachios.
- Adjust consistency with a splash of warm milk if needed.
4️⃣ Assemble & Serve
- Pour pudding into serving bowls.
- Top with halved grapes, crushed pistachios, and whipped cream (if using).
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Notes
Best served cold for a refreshing taste.
Try drizzling honey for added sweetness.
Try drizzling honey for added sweetness.