Save Creamy vibrant ice cream bars featuring sweet ube and nutty pistachio layered for a delightful contrast in flavor and color. Perfect for a refreshing summer dessert or an impressive treat for gatherings.
I first made these ice cream bars for a family barbecue and everyone was amazed by the striking purple and green layers. The creamy texture and balanced sweetness had people asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- Ube Layer: 1 cup cooked ube (purple yam) mashed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat) 1/2 teaspoon ube extract Pinch of salt
- Pistachio Layer: 3/4 cup shelled pistachios unsalted 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup honey or sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt
- Garnish (Optional): 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ube Layer:
- Combine mashed ube sugar coconut milk ube extract and salt in a saucepan. Cook over medium stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened. Cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the Pistachio Layer:
- Blend pistachios whole milk heavy cream honey (or sugar) vanilla extract and salt until smooth. Heat gently in a saucepan for 5 minutes (do not boil). Cool.
- Assemble the Bars:
- Pour cooled ube mixture into molds filling halfway. Freeze 1 hour. Add pistachio mixture to fill molds. Insert sticks. Freeze at least 5 hours until solid.
- Serve:
- Unmold bars drizzle with sweetened condensed milk and sprinkle with pistachios if desired.
Save Sharing these bars with my family brought everyone closer together as we laughed about who got the biggest piece of pistachio. They have now become a tradition at our summer get-togethers.
Required Tools
Ice cream bar molds blender saucepan mixing spoons measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains nuts (pistachios) and dairy (milk cream) Also contains coconut Always check labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 235 Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 29 g Protein: 4 g
Save Enjoy these bars on a sunny day or bring them to a party to impress your guests with color and flavor. They're sure to become a new favorite.
Recipe FAQs
- → What does ube add to the ice cream bars?
Ube brings a natural sweetness, vibrant purple color, and subtle earthiness that pairs beautifully with pistachio’s nuttiness.
- → Can I make these bars vegan?
Yes, swap out dairy milk and cream in the pistachio layer with coconut milk or other plant-based substitutes.
- → How can I layer the bars evenly?
Freeze the first ube layer until set before pouring the pistachio mixture over it, ensuring clean separation of layers.
- → Can I use alternatives for pistachios?
Certainly! Try cashews, almonds, or other nuts, but the flavor profile and texture will change accordingly.
- → How long can I store these bars?
Keep frozen bars in an airtight container for up to two weeks, ensuring texture and taste are preserved.
- → Are these bars gluten-free?
Yes, all ingredients are naturally gluten-free—always double-check packaging if serving those with sensitivities.