The no-bake pistachio roll is a fresh and creamy dessert, perfect when you crave something indulgent without turning on the oven. It is prepared in a few simple steps with easy ingredients: a soft cookie and cocoa base and a velvety ricotta and pistachio filling. Ideal as a last-minute dessert or for special occasions, it wins you over with its balance of flavors and delicate texture. It keeps easily in the refrigerator for a couple of days or can be frozen and enjoyed when needed. Below, let’s see together how to prepare our delicious no-bake pistachio roll:
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6
- Cooking methods: No-bake
Ingredients
- 3 1/3 cups plain dry cookies (crushed)
- 5 tbsp + 1 tsp soluble cocoa powder (like Nesquik)
- 1/3 cup milk (can be plant-based, e.g., coconut)
- 1 tbsp liqueur (optional, to taste)
- 1 1/8 cups ricotta
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 3 1/2 tbsp pistachio cream (+ as needed for decoration)
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios (+ as needed for decoration)
Preparation
To prepare the cream, start by sieving the ricotta into a bowl to obtain a smooth, lump-free texture. Work it with a fork until creamy, then add the powdered sugar and mix thoroughly.
Add the pistachio cream and continue to combine until you obtain a homogeneous, velvety mixture. If desired, add the liqueur and stir. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Meanwhile, prepare the base. Reduce the cookies to fine crumbs using a food processor, then transfer them to a bowl and add the soluble cocoa powder.
Pour the milk little by little, mixing until you get a soft but compact mixture. If you like, add the liqueur as well. Work everything until you form a smooth, homogeneous dough.
Place it between two sheets of plastic wrap and roll it out with a rolling pin until you have a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick (5–6 mm). Trim the edges and spread the pistachio cream evenly over the surface, leaving a small margin free.
Sprinkle with the chopped pistachios and, using the plastic wrap to help, gently roll the dough onto itself, keeping it tight. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and place it with the seam facing down.
Transfer to the refrigerator and let firm up for at least one hour. When ready to serve, decorate as desired with more pistachio cream and chopped pistachios. Slice the no-bake pistachio roll and enjoy it well chilled.
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