Pin Creamy, vibrant ice cream bars featuring sweet ube and nutty pistachio offer a delightful contrast in flavor and color. These treats are perfect for a refreshing summer dessert or an impressive addition to gatherings.
I first made these bars for a family picnic and they were an instant hit. The creamy texture and distinct flavors were a lovely surprise for everyone.
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 heat and stir constantly until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the Pistachio Layer:
- Blend pistachios, whole milk, heavy cream, honey or sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Pour into a saucepan and heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring often, for several minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Assemble the Bars:
- Pour cooled ube mixture into ice cream bar molds halfway and freeze for 1 hour. Pour pistachio mixture over ube layer, filling molds to the top and insert sticks. Freeze for at least 5 hours or until completely solid.
- Serve:
- Unmold bars and optionally drizzle with sweetened condensed milk and pistachios before serving.
Pin Serving these at family gatherings always sparks joy and curiosity, especially as everyone admires the vivid purple and green layers.
Required Tools
You'll need ice cream bar molds, a blender, a saucepan, mixing spoons, and measuring cups and spoons for this recipe.
Allergen Information
This dessert contains nuts (pistachios), dairy (milk, cream) and coconut. Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens, especially when serving those with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Each bar provides 235 calories, 11 g total fat, 29 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Pin Enjoy the vibrant flavors and stunning layers as a cool treat—perfect for hot days or festive occasions.
Recipe Q&A
- → What makes these bars creamy?
The ice cream bars use coconut milk in the ube layer and heavy cream in the pistachio layer for a smooth, lush texture.
- → Can I make them vegan?
Yes, substitute dairy with coconut milk or other plant-based alternatives in the pistachio layer for a vegan version.
- → How can I intensify the color?
Adjust the amount of ube extract to achieve your desired shade of purple and enhance both flavor and vibrancy.
- → What tools do I need?
You'll need bar molds, a blender, mixing and measuring tools, and a saucepan for preparation and assembly.
- → How long can I keep these bars?
Stored in an airtight container, the bars remain fresh in the freezer for up to two weeks.
- → Are these suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, all ingredients are naturally gluten-free, making these bars safe for those avoiding gluten.