– 2 cups heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup rose water
– 1/2 cup crushed pistachios, plus more for topping
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
– Food coloring (optional, for enhanced pink color)
– Fresh rose petals (optional, for garnish)
Creating the Creamy Rose Pistachio Cheesecake Ice Cream Delight can be easy if you follow these simple steps:
1. Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. This should take about 3–4 minutes; be careful not to overbeat.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In another bowl, combine softened cream cheese and granulated sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
3. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add sweetened condensed milk, rose water, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined. Optionally, add a few drops of food coloring for a richer pink hue.
4. Fold in Whipped Cream: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully integrated. Be gentle to maintain the airiness of the whipped cream.
5. Add Pistachios: Gently fold in the crushed pistachios. Reserve a handful for topping later.
6. Transfer to Freezer Container: Pour the mixture into an airtight container. Spread it evenly and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Freeze: Cover the container and freeze for at least 3 hours or until fully set. For best results, let it freeze overnight.