35+ Insanely Delicious Pistachio Desserts That Will Impress Every Pistachio Fan

The best pistachio desserts to make at home! If you're looking for pistachio dessert ideas or glorious green St Patrick's Day party food, this is the right place.

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• The best pistachio dessert recipes
• 1. Pistachio cheesecake
• 2. Pistachio ice cream bar
• 3. Strawberry pistachio tart
• 4. Pistachio macarons
• 5. Pistachio financiers
• 6. Pistachio raspberry yule log
• 7. Chocolate Pistachio Christmas tree cake
• 8. Pistachio paste
• 9. Raspberry pistachio cookies
• 10. Pistachio muffins
• 11. Pistachio cupcakes
• 12. White chocolate and pistachio blondies
• 13. Pistachio and mascarpone pie
• 14. Pistachio cream bars
• 15. Pistachio crème pâtissière
• 16. Salted honey pistachio cookies
• 17. Chocolate pistachio cream thumbprints
• 18. Pistachio and apricot baklava cake
• 19. Pear pistachio frangipane tart
• 20. Pistachio crème brûlée
• 21. Almond and pistachio crescent cookies
• 22. Pistachio madeleines
• 23. Pistachio eclairs
• 24. Chocolate pistachio biscotti
• 25. Pistachio tiramisu cake
• 26. Pistachio and Rhubarb Pavlova
• 27. Pistachio Raspberry Cream Puffs
• 28. Strawberry Pistachio Cake
• 29. Pistachio Cannoli
• 30. Italian Crumb Cake
• 31. Sweet Pistachio Brioche rolls
• 32. Pistachio Babka
• 33. Pistachio Supreme Croissants
• 34. Mini Strawberry Pistachio Turnovers
• 35. Pistachio Orange Pastries
• 36. Pistachio and Cardamom Croissants
• Pistachio Desserts FAQs
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• 35+ Insanely Delicious Pistachio Desserts That Will Impress Every Pistachio Fan

With so many pistachio dessert recipes out there to choose from, you might not know where to start. My guide to the best pistachio desserts contains the most reliable recipes and tutorials on making them yourself. Above all, I chose these desserts for their delicious pistachio flavor and expert tips on how to get the best results in each recipe.

The best pistachio dessert recipes

1. Pistachio cheesecake

Fancy-looking but, however, a hassle-free pistachio dessert! No-bake pistachio cheesecake with cookie crust and tangy cream cheese mousse filling is luxurious, creamy, and silky. The deep natural pistachio flavor contains nothing artificial and pairs perfectly with cream cheese.

2. Pistachio ice cream bar

Delicious homemade pistachio ice cream bars are creamy and full of pistachio flavor. It's also so easy because you only need four simple natural ingredients and 10 minutes to make them, and no ice cream machine! Not only is this easy pistachio ice cream bar recipe a summer staple, but they taste just as good in other seasons.

3. Strawberry pistachio tart

Crisp pâte sablée sweet shortcrust pastry perfectly contrasts silky pistachio ganache and ripe fresh strawberries. Beautiful French pastry tartlets are dainty and taste divine with refreshing fruit and rich nutty ganache. I think you'll agree that this is also one of the most beautiful pistachio desserts!

4. Pistachio macarons

Macarons take practice and precision, but they are worth it! These pretty pistachio macarons have the best pistachio flavor and unique chewy texture. Drizzled with melted white chocolate, this is a pistachio dessert recipe you have to try.

5. Pistachio financiers

I love sweet finger food that is easy to make and looks elegant. Financiers are little cake bars that are so simple and delicious. In this recipe, you will learn how to make them in 3 different flavors; almond, hazelnut, and pistachio, my favorite!

6. Pistachio raspberry yule log

Who says yule logs are just for Christmas? Make pistachio raspberry yule log anytime, and enjoy the elegant choux pastry sponge wrapped around the pistachio whipped ganache and raspberry coulis. White chocolate star decorations are so fun, fabulous, and tasty too.

7. Chocolate Pistachio Christmas tree cake

Continuing on the Christmas note, this showstopper cake (that can be made into a traditional layered cake any time of the year) is made with moist chocolate sponge layers and a wonderful pistachio-whipped ganache.

Whipped ganache is made of heavy cream, pistachio paste, and white chocolate and it is the most delicious pistachio frosting I warmly recommend to try on cakes and cupcakes.

8. Pistachio paste

Make homemade pistachio butter or pistachio paste, and you'll be amazed by how much you can use it! Spread it on crepes, croissants, or crostini. Fill tarts and chocolate truffles and flavor mousse and ice creams. I always have pistachio paste in my pantry, ready to use in pistachio desserts.

It only takes a few minutes, so it is, in fact, quite simple to make yourself at home.

9. Raspberry pistachio cookies

Chewy, fudgy texture, crunchy pistachio nuts, and fresh raspberry flavor? These cookies have it all and come together in just 15 minutes. In my raspberry pistachio cookie recipe, I teach you how to make these easy cookies step by step so you can be everyone's favorite host because who doesn't love freshly baked cookies?

10. Pistachio muffins

These bakery-style pistachio muffins, made without pudding mix or artificial color, are scrumptious. Made with 100% natural ingredients, this recipe combines oil and butter to create the most flavorful, moist, and fluffy muffins. They are then topped with homemade pistachio butter for the ultimate finish.

11. Pistachio cupcakes

Does moist and fluffy pistachio cupcakes with pistachio Italian meringue buttercream sound like something super delicious? It does to me! Surprisingly, it isn't as hard as it sounds. And a light sponge with chunks of real pistachio nuts in the batter and silky pistachio frosting, too; sign me up for seconds.

12. White chocolate and pistachio blondies

Whenever I bake a tray of these white chocolate pistachio blondies, I watch how quickly they disappear. It's like a magic trick. But then again, white chocolate and pistachio is a famous flavor combination that works well, so it is unsurprising. Fudgy blondies are the ideal sweet pistachio snack for nut lovers, and what's more, they are simple to make, too.

13. Pistachio and mascarpone pie

Salty pretzel crumb crust. Tangy baked pistachio custard filling. Mascarpone whipped topping. Crunchy pistachio nuts. Need I say more? As I have shown, the sweet and salty flavors, smooth and crunchy textures, and all-around deliciousness of this pistachio dessert are unmissable.

14. Pistachio cream bars

Let these pistachio cream bars set in the fridge overnight, and you'll wake up to perfect squares of goodness. To make them, firstly, bake a shortbread cookie base. Then spread the pistachio pudding mixture on top and allow to chill. Finally, garnish with chopped pistachio nuts.

15. Pistachio crème pâtissière

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Pipe pistachio flavoured crème pâtissière into doughnuts or croissants, in between layers of mille feuille or eat it on its own! It's undoubtedly delicious enough to stand on its own as a pistachio dessert. Whisk pistachio paste into egg yolks and sugar to make a pistachio pastry cream that is so rich and decadent. What's more, it tastes great with everything.

16. Salted honey pistachio cookies

These salted honey pistachio cookies are another sweet and salty recipe that is so addictive! Honey adds a new flavor dimension to baking cookies. And the salt balanced against it is amazing. Extra soft cookies with browned butter, sea salt, honey, and salted pistachios are surprisingly easy to make too!

17. Chocolate pistachio cream thumbprints

Try these chocolate pistachio drop cookies with a thumbprint indent filled with pistachio butter and white chocolate filling. You won't be able to stop eating them even if you try! The creamy truffle center sets further as it cools, so each bite has the most amazing crunchy exterior and gooey interior.

18. Pistachio and apricot baklava cake

Imagine a fluffy pistachio sponge cake tower, crisp phyllo layers smothered in spiced apricot syrup, apricot puree, and tangy yogurt. It sounds like a showstopper, and it certainly is. Store-bought phyllo makes it easier to make than you think, and a drizzle of honey over the top hints at that traditional pistachio baklava taste.

19. Pear pistachio frangipane tart

Pear and pistachio taste delicious together. And anjou pears, particularly, are my favorite! The base of this tart is a crisp pie crust, and it makes a wonderful contrast to the frangipane filling. Frangipane is usually made with almonds, but instead, use pistachio flour and create a beautiful, unusual, and classy pistachio dessert. This pear and pistachio tart is a great pistachio dessert idea for dinner parties, served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

20. Pistachio crème brûlée

Without a doubt, an elegant French dessert like crème brûlée can be made even better with pistachio flavor. Caramelized sugar forms a crunchy topping to the ultra-smooth and creamy baked pistachio custard. Each bite carries buttery soft, and crunchy textures you won't want to miss. Helpfully, it is also a naturally gluten-free pistachio dessert.

21. Almond and pistachio crescent cookies

You'll go nuts for these crescent cookies packed with almond and pistachio flavors! Delicate moon crescent cookies made with almond and pistachio flour, baked and dusted in icing sugar, and finally crushed pistachio nuts. They have a flaky texture, not to mention the melt-in-the-mouth finish and taste especially delicious with coffee.

22. Pistachio madeleines

The next time you need a grab-and-go breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, try these pistachio madeleines! Perfect on their own or with coffee, madeleines are so foolproof. You'll see that these madeleines are dipped in melted white chocolate to really up their game, and what's not to love? In particular, these mini teacakes would be considered a very easy pistachio dessert to make.

23. Pistachio eclairs

Reach for an elegant pistachio eclair the next time you want a rich and decadent treat. Eclairs are another choux pastry you can fill with all sorts of creams, like this recipe. Firstly, long thin choux buns are baked until golden brown. Secondly, they are piped with a light, creamy, and sweet pistachio mousse filling and, finally, finished with a white chocolate glaze. Yum!

24. Chocolate pistachio biscotti

Pairing dark chocolate and pistachio is rich and irresistible. Swap almond flour for pistachio and enjoy a different take on these twice-baked crunchy and dry Italian cookies.

25. Pistachio tiramisu cake

Pistachio tiramisu cake is a tasty twist on the original that makes one of my favorite pistachio desserts. Pistachio-infused mascarpone cheese is sweetened with aromatic cardamom syrup and layered with a spiced sponge cake. Yogurt adds a fresh tang and moistness to the sponge because of its natural acidity, and the texture is heaven. And so, I highly recommend you try it!

26. Pistachio and Rhubarb Pavlova

Have you ever made meringue with crushed pistachios? It gives it a crisp texture and amazing nutty flavor. In this pavlova stack the pistachio meringue is layered with whipped cream and stewed rhubarb before being topped with more chopped nuts and a drizzle of rhubarb syrup.

27. Pistachio Raspberry Cream Puffs

I love an overfilled cream puff, and it woud be very hard not to do that with this recipe! Each choux bun is stuffed full of the most decadent pistachio creanm filling and a hit of raspberry compote. Trust me when I say it's a flavor and texture combination made in heaven!

28. Strawberry Pistachio Cake

Try baking this showstopper of a strawberry cake with a thick layer of pistachio buttercream filling, fresh strawberries, strawberry jam and a hint of lime to brighten all the flavors. It's certainly a contender for the most beautiful pistachio dessert on the list.

29. Pistachio Cannoli

Cannoli are one of those beautiftul desserts you see in patisserie windows and wonder how you would ever make them at home. But actually, they are easier to make than you might think! This version is piped full of creamy pistachio filling is the ultimate in texture, taste, and appearance.

30. Italian Crumb Cake

Now here is a classic Italian dessert with pistachio that you simply must try! First, there is a layer of the most delicious crumble cake. Then, there is a layer of silky smooth Italian pistachio cream. Then a layer of crumble cake mixture sits on top for the best sandwich ever. In conclusion, you have to make it.

31. Sweet Pistachio Brioche rolls

I love a pull-apart brioche roll, and I can't wait to tear into these. Soft and pillowy brioche dough is rolled with pistachio filling and baked until golden brown. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert or they make a good breakfast dish, too.

32. Pistachio Babka

Whilst a homemade babka might seem complicated, it is actually much easier to make than you might think. The enriched dough needs to prove but then it's a simple braid laced with pistachio filling before baking. And if you love this babka recipe, you must try my walnut babka too!

33. Pistachio Supreme Croissants

Now, this recipe might be a bit more challenging, but it is well worth the effort! Supreme croissants have taken the internet by storm and their viral appeal shows no sign of slowing down. Make a pistachio version and join in the party!

34. Mini Strawberry Pistachio Turnovers

Puff pastry turnovers are one of the easiest puff pastry desserts to make and this version has the most amazing strawberry and pistachio flavor. Each bite has that iconic buttery, flaky texture mixed with a nutty taste and pop of fruity strawberries. What's not to love?

35. Pistachio Orange Pastries

This twist on a German Streuseltaler pastry will definiely be popular! The orange flavored pastry dough is topped with orange mascarpone filling, orange marmalade glaze and pistachio streusel. It's a delicious combination of flavor and texture, and you should certainly add it to your list of pistachio desserts to make.

36. Pistachio and Cardamom Croissants

Cardamom is the most deliciously aromatic flavor, and it works especially well with earthy pistachios and sweet, buttery croissants. This recipe would taste delicious with a strong coffee, and makes an indulgant breakfast or dessert.

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