Pistachio Spread: What It Is and 10 Delicious Ways to Use It

Pistachio spread (also called pistachio cream) has gone from Italian pastry shops to breakfast tables everywhere, helped along by the viral Dubai chocolate bar. Here is what it is and how to make the most of a jar.

What is pistachio spread?

Pistachio spread is a sweet, creamy spread made with ground pistachios, sugar and other ingredients that give it a smooth, spoonable texture. The higher the pistachio percentage, the more intense the flavor and the deeper the green color. Néssi Pistachio Spread contains 30% real pistachios.

Pistachio spread vs pistachio butter

• Pistachio butter is usually 100% ground pistachios, unsweetened, like peanut butter.
• Pistachio spread or cream is sweetened and smoother, made for desserts, pastries and breakfast.

10 ways to use pistachio spread

1. Spread it on warm toast or a croissant.
2. Swirl it into Greek yogurt with honey and crushed pistachios.
3. Fill crepes or pancakes and top with berries.
4. Make a Dubai-style chocolate bar with toasted kataifi.
5. Pipe it into cream puffs or between cookies.
6. Stir a spoonful into a latte or hot chocolate.
7. Use it as a frosting base for cupcakes.
8. Layer it in a tiramisu with Néssi lady fingers.
9. Drizzle it warm over vanilla ice cream.
10. Serve it with biscotti for dipping, like Néssi pistachio and citron biscotti.

How to store pistachio spread

Store the jar tightly closed at room temperature and away from heat, unless the label says otherwise. If the oil separates, simply stir.

Frequently asked questions

Does pistachio spread need to be refrigerated?

Follow the storage instructions on the label. Most sweet nut spreads are kept at room temperature so they stay spreadable.

What does pistachio spread taste like?

Sweet, nutty and lightly toasted, with a smooth, velvety texture.

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