Recipe

Pista Milk with Saffron & Cardamom – Holiday Drink Recipe

Prep: 
10 mins
Cook: 
20 mins

Ingredients

  • Milk - 2 1/2 cups
  • SWAD Pistachios - 2 Tbsp (chopped)
  • Cardamom Powder - 2 Tsp
  • Saffron - 10- 15 strands (warm water)
  • Sugar - 2 Tbsp

This holiday season, elevate your celebrations with the luxurious Pistachio Saffron Milk. A delightful blend of creamy milk, aromatic cardamom, vibrant saffron, and crunchy pistachios, this festive beverage is as beautiful as it is delicious. 

The golden hue from saffron and the rich nutty flavor of pistachios create a heartwarming drink that's perfect for cozy gatherings or a Christmas morning treat. Simple to prepare and packed with festive flavors, it’s a beverage that brings elegance and warmth to your table.

Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Pista Milk. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our Pistachio Saffron Milk calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.

Instructions

1) Add 2 1/2 cups of milk to a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, incorporate 2 teaspoons of cardamom powder, and mix thoroughly.

2) Soak 10-15 strands of saffron in 2 tablespoons of warm water, then add the infused saffron and water to the milk, stirring well to combine.

3) Add 2 tablespoons of chopped SWAD pistachios and cook the mixture for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4) Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar and continue simmering until the liquid reduces by 1/2 cup, leaving approximately 2 cups of the prepared mixture.

5) Pour the pistachio saffron milk into serving glasses and garnish with chopped pistachios and saffron strands for an elegant finish.

Happy Holidays!

This holiday season, elevate your celebrations with the luxurious Pistachio Saffron Milk. A delightful blend of creamy milk, aromatic cardamom, vibrant saffron, and crunchy pistachios, this festive beverage is as beautiful as it is delicious. 

The golden hue from saffron and the rich nutty flavor of pistachios create a heartwarming drink that's perfect for cozy gatherings or a Christmas morning treat. Simple to prepare and packed with festive flavors, it’s a beverage that brings elegance and warmth to your table.

Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Pista Milk. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our Pistachio Saffron Milk calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.

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