Dreaming of a luxurious treat that combines the magic of pistachios with creamy ice cream, all in a dairy-free form? These Dubai Pistachio Ice Cream Bars bring Middle Eastern indulgence to your freezer. Unlike other versions, this recipe skips kunefe and biscotti and opts for a soft pistachio almond base layered with no-churn pistachio coconut ice cream and a glossy chocolate shell.
Perfect for summer or any moment you crave sweet sophistication, this recipe is also 100% vegan, gluten-free adaptable, and doesn’t require an ice cream machine!
Ingredients
For the Pistachio Almond Base
- ½ cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp pistachio butter (unsweetened)
- 1½ tbsp maple syrup
- Pinch of sea salt
For the Ice Cream Layer
- ¾ cup chilled coconut whipping cream
- ¼ cup vegan sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tbsp sweetened pistachio cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¼ tsp almond extract
For the Chocolate Shell
- 6 oz vegan dark or milk chocolate (your choice)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
For Drizzle and Garnish
- 2 tbsp dairy-free white chocolate
- 1 tbsp pistachio cream
- 1 tbsp finely chopped roasted pistachios
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Base
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, pistachio butter, maple syrup, and salt until doughy.
- Press evenly into silicone ice cream molds, about ¼ inch thick.
- Insert wooden popsicle sticks and freeze for 30 minutes.
Learn more about the flavor base in our Homemade Pistachio Cream guide.
Step 2: Prepare Ice Cream Layer
- Whip coconut cream until light and fluffy.
- Add condensed milk, pistachio cream, vanilla, and almond extract. Mix until silky smooth.
- Pour over the frozen base in the molds and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Step 3: Coat with Chocolate
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler.
- Dip each unmolded ice cream bar into the chocolate, letting excess drip off.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and freeze to set.
Step 4: Add Pistachio Drizzle
- Melt white chocolate with pistachio cream.
- Drizzle over frozen bars and top with chopped pistachios.
- Freeze again for 10 minutes before serving.
Storage Tips
| Storage Method | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Freezer (airtight container) | Up to 3 weeks | Keep separated with parchment |
| Refrigerator | Not recommended | Will melt quickly |
Recipe Variations
| Option | Swap |
|---|---|
| Low Sugar | Use pistachio butter instead of cream |
| Nut-Free | Try sunflower seed butter for base |
| Kid-Friendly | Use vegan milk chocolate instead of dark |
Nutritional Info (Per Bar – Approximate)
- Calories: 465
- Fat: 36g
- Carbs: 22g
- Protein: 6g
- Sugar: 15g
Looking for inspiration? Try our Pistachio Ferrero Rocher Brownies for another creamy pistachio dream!
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- For bite-sized delights, try our Pistachio Tiramisu Cups
- Or explore our Pistachio Ice Cream – The Best Ice Cream version