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Ube Pistachio Ice Cream Bars

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A sweet fusion of ube and pistachio creates strikingly colored ice cream bars with creamy layers. The ube mixture is cooked gently, while the pistachio layer blends nuts with milk and cream for a smooth finish. Chilled in bar molds, each bar boasts contrasting flavors and a refreshing texture. Optional garnishes like chopped pistachios and a drizzle of condensed milk add extra flavor and visual appeal. This vegetarian, gluten-free dessert is ideal for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a cool, nutty-sweet treat. Vegan substitutions and easy storage make these bars a flexible delight.

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Updated on Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:36:00 GMT
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Creamy ube & pistachio ice cream bars, perfect summer treat, colorful and delicious. | lickjoke.com

Creamy vibrant ice cream bars featuring sweet ube and nutty pistachio layered for a delightful contrast in flavor and color. Perfect for a refreshing summer dessert or an impressive treat for gatherings.

I first combined ube and pistachio when experimenting with summer treats for a family reunion. The colorful layers brought everyone to the kitchen and made for a memorable sweet moment.

Ingredients

  • Ube Layer: 1 cup cooked ube (purple yam) mashed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat) 1/2 teaspoon ube extract Pinch of salt
  • Pistachio Layer: 3/4 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted) 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup honey or sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt
  • Garnish (Optional): 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk (for drizzling)

Instructions

Prepare the Ube Layer:
In a saucepan combine mashed ube sugar coconut milk ube extract and salt. Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture is smooth and slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Prepare the Pistachio Layer:
In a blender combine pistachios whole milk heavy cream honey (or sugar) vanilla extract and salt. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and heat gently over medium-low heat stirring often for 5 minutes (do not boil). Remove from heat and let cool.
Assemble the Bars:
Pour the cooled ube mixture evenly into ice cream bar molds filling each mold halfway. Freeze for 1 hour until set enough to hold the next layer. Pour the pistachio mixture over the set ube layer filling molds to the top. Insert sticks. Freeze for at least 5 hours or until completely solid.
Serve:
Unmold bars. Optionally drizzle with sweetened condensed milk and sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.
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Vibrant ube & pistachio ice cream bars, drizzled with condensed milk and nutty toppings. | lickjoke.com

My kids loved decorating the bars with extra pistachios and a drizzle of condensed milk. It turned a simple dessert into a fun afternoon activity together.

Required Tools

Ice cream bar molds blender saucepan mixing spoons measuring cups and spoons

Allergen Information

Contains nuts (pistachios) dairy (milk cream) and coconut. Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens if serving to those with food sensitivities.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 235 Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 29 g Protein: 4 g

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Refreshing ube & pistachio ice cream bars, layered for a delightful flavor experience. | lickjoke.com

Enjoy these bars straight from the freezer for the freshest taste. Their beautiful color always brings smiles to everyone.

Recipe Guide

→ Can I use fresh ube instead of extract?

Fresh mashed ube adds authentic flavor, but a touch of extract enhances color and sweet notes. Adjust extract to taste.

→ How do I make these bars vegan?

Replace dairy milk and cream in the pistachio layer with coconut milk or plant-based alternatives for a vegan version.

→ What’s the best way to layer the bars?

Freeze the ube layer first until firm, then pour pistachio mixture over it. Insert sticks and freeze until solid.

→ How long do the bars keep?

Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Serve directly from the freezer for best texture.

→ Can I substitute other nuts for pistachios?

Yes, almonds or cashews can be used, but pistachios offer a unique flavor and vibrant green hue to the bars.

→ Are these bars gluten-free?

All listed ingredients are naturally gluten-free. Check labels for possible hidden gluten if serving to those with sensitivities.

Ube Pistachio Ice Cream Bars

Sweet ube and pistachio combine in creamy frozen bars, creating a striking layered treat that's cool and satisfying.

Prep duration
30 min
Cook duration
10 min
Complete duration
40 min
Created by Hannah Brooks


Skill level Medium

Heritage Fusion (Filipino-Inspired)

Output 8 Portions

Nutrition guidelines Meat-free, No gluten

Components

Ube Layer

01 1 cup cooked ube (purple yam), mashed
02 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 1 cup coconut milk, full-fat
04 1/2 teaspoon ube extract
05 Pinch of salt

Pistachio Layer

01 3/4 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
02 1 cup whole milk
03 1/2 cup heavy cream
04 1/3 cup honey or granulated sugar
05 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 Pinch of salt

Garnish (Optional)

01 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
02 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk, for drizzling

Method

Phase 01

Prepare Ube Mixture: Combine mashed ube, granulated sugar, coconut milk, ube extract, and salt in a saucepan. Stir and cook over medium heat until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.

Phase 02

Blend Pistachio Mixture: Place unsalted pistachios, whole milk, heavy cream, honey or sugar, vanilla extract, and salt into a blender. Blend until fully smooth. Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan and heat gently over medium-low for 5 minutes, stirring often without letting it boil. Remove from heat and let cool.

Phase 03

Layer and Freeze Bars: Pour the cooled ube mixture evenly into ice cream bar molds, filling each mold halfway. Freeze for 1 hour until set. Add the pistachio mixture over the set ube layer, filling molds to the top. Insert sticks and freeze for at least 5 hours or until fully solid.

Phase 04

Garnish and Serve: Unmold bars. Optionally drizzle with sweetened condensed milk and sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.

Tools needed

  • Ice cream bar or popsicle molds
  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing spoons
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Allergy details

Always review ingredients for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if unsure.
  • Contains tree nuts (pistachios) and dairy (milk, heavy cream). Also includes coconut. Verify all ingredient sources for cross-contamination or hidden allergens.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 235
  • Fats: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29 g
  • Proteins: 4 g