Prep Time: 20 minutes

| Cook Time: 10 minutes

| Total Time: 6+ hours

| Servings: 8

Here’s a Weight Watchers-friendly version of Pistachio Gelato, along with SmartPoints information:

Weight Watchers Pistachio Gelato: A Creamy Dream 🍦🌰

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup shelled pistachios
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or a sugar substitute)
  • 2 cups skim milk
  • 1 cup reduced-fat cream (or use a plant-based alternative)
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • Extra chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Pistachios: In a food processor, finely grind the pistachios with 1/4 cup of sugar (or sugar substitute) until it forms a coarse paste.
  2. Heat the Milk & Cream: In a saucepan, combine the skim milk and reduced-fat cream. Heat over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  3. Whisk the Yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, remaining 1/2 cup sugar (or sugar substitute), and a pinch of salt until the mixture is pale and thick.
  4. Temper the Eggs: Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
  5. Cook the Mixture: Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not let it boil.
  6. Add Pistachio Paste: Remove from heat and stir in the pistachio paste and vanilla extract until well combined.
  7. Chill: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps. Let it cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  8. Churn the Gelato: Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  9. Freeze: Transfer the gelato to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  10. Serve & Enjoy: Scoop the gelato into bowls and garnish with extra chopped pistachios if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the nutty, creamy goodness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 6+ hours | Servings: 8

Nutritional Information (per serving, approximately 1/2 cup):

  • Calories: 200 kcal
  • Total Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 20g
  • Protein: 4g

Weight Watchers SmartPoints: 7 points per 1/2 cup serving

Notes:

  • Using skim milk and reduced-fat cream helps reduce the SmartPoints.
  • You can adjust the sugar or use a sugar substitute to lower the SmartPoints further.
  • If you use a plant-based cream alternative, the points value may change; check the specific product’s nutrition information.

Enjoy your creamy, nutty Pistachio Gelato while staying on track with your Weight Watchers goals!