Pistachio ice cream facts for kids

Pistachio ice cream is a yummy frozen treat made with pistachio nuts. It often has a special green color that makes it easy to spot! This flavor is also used for other cold desserts like sorbet and gelato. Sometimes, you'll find pistachio ice cream as a layer in a colorful dessert called spumoni.

Pistachio ice cream from Lipari in the Aeolian Islands of Sicily

Special Kinds of Pistachio Ice Cream

Booza: A Stretchy Treat

In Damascus, Syria, there's a famous ice cream shop called Bakdash. They make a special kind of ice cream called Booza. It's pounded until it becomes very stretchy! This unique texture comes from ingredients like mastic (a plant resin) and sahlab (a special flour). Booza is covered with crushed pistachios and is very popular across the Arab world.

Ashta in Lebanon

Another place known for its Arabic ice cream is Tripoli, Lebanon. In the Al Mina area, you can find a delicious ice cream called "ashta." This creamy dessert is also often served with tasty pistachios.

Where to Find Pistachio Ice Cream

Many well-known ice cream companies make pistachio ice cream. You might find it from brands like Brigham's Ice Cream, Ben & Jerry's, and Graeter's. It's a popular flavor enjoyed by many people around the world!

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  Bakdash ice cream shop in the old souk in Damascus, Syria.

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  Pistachio, vanilla, and rosewater kulfi from a vendor in Jackson Heights, Queens in New York City.

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  Spumoni often includes a layer of pistachio ice cream.

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  Pistachio ice cream with whipped mascarpone and pistachio biscotti.

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  Pistachio nougat ice cream.

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  Pistachio and strawberry ice cream.

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  Persian bastani made with saffron and pistachio from Gilak in Archway, London.