If you love pistachios, get ready to fall head over heels for these no-bake pistachio cream pastries! With a rich, nutty filling sandwiched between soft ladyfingers and coated in crunchy pistachios, they’re the perfect mix of creamy, crispy, and absolutely irresistible. The best part? No oven required — just a little patience while they chill (if you can wait that long!).
Ingredients
For the Pistachio Cream
- 250 g mascarpone
- 25 g powdered sugar
- 200 g pistachio paste
Cookies / Ladyfingers
- 16 ladyfingers
Garnish
- Milk (for dipping)
- Chopped unsalted pistachios
Tips
- Use pistachio paste with a high percentage of pistachios for an intense pistachio flavor.
- Dip the pastries quickly in the milk to soften them, but avoid making them too soggy: a short dip is enough.
- After assembling, refrigerate the desserts for 4-5 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and makes them even more delicious!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix the mascarpone, powdered sugar, and pistachio paste until smooth. Transfer the pistachio cream into a piping bag.
- Take one ladyfinger and pipe a dollop of pistachio cream on top. Place another ladyfinger on top and press gently.
- Pour the milk into a bowl. Spread pistachio cream along the sides of each pastry. Briefly dip the pastry in the milk, then roll the sides in the chopped pistachios.
- Place the pastry on a piece of parchment paper and pipe a long strip of pistachio cream on top. Let it firm up for the perfect texture.
- Refrigerate for 4-5 hours or ideally overnight until set and chilled.
Additional Notes
These no-bake pistachio desserts are ideal when you want something elegant yet effortless. Since you skip the oven, the preparation time is short (about 20 minutes active), and then the rest is simply waiting while the desserts set. The contrast of textures — soft ladyfingers, smooth pistachio cream, and crunchy chopped pistachios — makes for a very pleasing bite.
The key to success lies in the quality of the pistachio paste. A higher pistachio content means deeper flavor. Also, don’t over-soak the ladyfingers in milk — just a quick dip will soften them without making them mushy. After assembly, the chilling time is not optional: the flavors blend best when they’ve had time to rest in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these chilled straight from the refrigerator. They make a lovely dessert for afternoon tea, a dinner party, or when you simply want a luxurious treat without turning on the oven. You might garnish with extra whole pistachios or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish.