The pistachio-chocolate flavour pairing is taking over the world—and these no-bake recipes are proof

These no-bake treats are not only simple to make but also elegant enough to serve at a dinner party or enjoy as a special indulgence at home. Each dessert has creamy layers with crunchy, melt-in-your-mouth textures without ever turning on the oven. From a layered chocolate pistachio cake to a smooth tart and bite-sized butter cups, these recipes celebrate the magic of minimal effort with maximum flavour.

No-bake chocolate pistachio cake

Ingredients:

Crust

1 cup almond flour

½ cup ground pistachios

¼ cup cocoa powder

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ cup maple syrup

Filling 

½ cup pistachio butter

½ cup coconut milk

½ cup dark chocolate (chopped)

A pinch of salt

¼ cup chopped pistachios (for topping)

Method

Mix all crust ingredients until combined, then press into the base of a lined pan. Spread pistachio butter evenly over the crust and refrigerate for 2 hours. Heat coconut milk until just simmering, then pour over the chopped chocolate and stir until smooth. Pour the chocolate layer over the pistachio butter, sprinkle with chopped pistachios, and chill for at least 4 hours or until fully set.

Pistachio chocolate tart

Ingredients:

Crust

1½ cups mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, pistachios, cashews)

¼ cup cocoa powder

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ cup maple syrup

Pistachio paste 

1 cup soaked pistachios (drained)

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon matcha powder (optional)

Ganache

½ cup coconut cream

6 tablespoons dark chocolate (chopped)

2 tablespoons maple syrup

A pinch of salt

2 tablespoons chopped pistachios (for topping)

Method

Blend crust ingredients until finely ground and sticky. Press into a tart pan and freeze for 30 minutes. Blend pistachio paste ingredients until smooth, spread over the crust, and refrigerate. Heat coconut cream and pour over the chopped chocolate. Stir until melted and smooth, then mix in maple syrup and salt. Pour the ganache over the pistachio layer and chill for 4 hours. Top with chopped pistachios before serving.

Chocolate pistachio butter cups

Ingredients:

1 cup roasted pistachios

1 tablespoon coconut oil

2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)

6 tablespoons dark chocolate (melted)

Sea salt (optional)

Method

Blend pistachios for about 5 minutes until a smooth paste forms. Add coconut oil and honey, and blend for 2–3 more minutes until well combined. Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into the bottom of muffin liners. Add a dollop of pistachio mixture, then top with more chocolate. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired, and freeze for 1 hour until firm.

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