Keto Turkish Frozen Delight: Pistachio Baklava Ice Cream

Keto Turkish Frozen Delight: Pistachio Baklava Ice Cream

Discover a delicious and indulgent keto-friendly dessert that combines the best of Turkish baklava with creamy ice cream in this unique fusion recipe.

Time: (Prep, Cook, Total) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: None Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: Turkish-inspired Keto Dessert

Allergens

Tree nuts (pistachios), eggs

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour 1/2 cup coconut flour 1/4 cup powdered erythritol 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped pistachios, divided 4 large egg yolks 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut cream 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup granulated erythritol 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, powdered erythritol, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Set aside. In another bowl, whisk together egg yolks, coconut cream, almond milk, granulated erythritol, honey, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Stir in half of the chopped pistachios. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, mixing until well combined.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this recipe lies in the perfect balance of flavors and textures - crunchy pistachios, creamy ice cream, and flaky layers of pastry-like dough.

Notes

The ice cream base can be customized with other flavors and add-ins, such as rosewater or orange blossom water for a unique twist.

Cultural or Historical Background

Baklava is a traditional Turkish dessert made with layers of phyllo dough filled with nuts and sweetened with honey and spices. This keto version replaces the phyllo dough with almond and coconut flour, making it low-carb and suitable for a ketogenic diet.