Delicious and Creamy Pistachio Cream Pie Recipe

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of a homemade Pistachio Cream Pie. This delightful dessert combines a crispy cookie crust with a smooth pistachio cream filling. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios, this pie is a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup shelled pistachios
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whipped cream
• Crushed pistachios for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
4. In a blender or food processor, grind the shelled pistachios until finely chopped.
5. In a saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, and cornstarch. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually, whisk in ½ cup of the hot cream mixture to temper the eggs.
7. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the ground pistachios and vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.
9. Pour the pistachio cream filling into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
10. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set.
11. Before serving, spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie and sprinkle with crushed pistachios for garnish.
12. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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