Buttery, nutty, and undeniably luxurious, pistachios are currently having a main character moment. Driven by the skyrocketing popularity of the Dubai chocolate trend, this pastel-hued nut now stars in more than just gelato—and we’re here for the pistachio renaissance. VegNews editors searched far and wide for the tastiest pistachio-infused eats, and these are our favorites.
Pistakio
Pistachio Spreads by Pistakio
We’re here to tell you, it’s time to move on from peanut butter. The master culinarians at Pistakio have transformed pistachios into a velvety smooth spread you’ll want to drizzle on everything, from morning açai bowls to decadent brownies. Prefer a little crunch? The brand’s crunchy variety combines the creamy spread with quinoa puffs and roasted pistachios for extra texture. Peanut butter might be a $2 billion industry, but pistachio is coming for its crown.
Rebel Cheese
Honey Pistachio Chèvre by Rebel Cheese
If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the years it’s that you don’t need a special occasion for a cheese board—and this artisan chèvre from Rebel Cheese deserves a place on your board. Tangy and fermented, the vegan goat cheese is balanced by its signature salty-sweet coating of nutty pistachios and bee-free honey. Approved by Mark Cuban himself, this creamy, dairy-free delight tastes like a billion dollars.
7th Heaven Chocolates
Dubai Oat Milk Chocolate by 7th Heaven Chocolates
Dubai chocolate isn’t just a passing trend (just ask Billie Eilish)—the pistachio- and kadayif-stuffed confection is here to stay. And thankfully, 7th Heaven’s expert chocolatiers are giving the global phenomenon a plant-based makeover. The result? Mini candy bars of buttery pistachio and crunchy Middle Eastern kadayif enrobed in oat milk chocolate. Every bite tastes like heaven.
Táche
Pistachio Milk Lattes by Táche
Endure the ever-growing coffee shop queue, or make do with a watery at-home brew that you just can’t seem to nail? You deserve better than café lines and subpar java. Enter: Táche’s boxed, ready-to-drink pistachio milk latte. Bold cold brew and lightly sweet pistachio milk come together for a café-quality bev you’ll go to bed dreaming about.
Mezcla
Pistachio Chocolate Protein Bars by Mezcla
Gym bros and muscle mamis, it’s time to trash your chalky protein powders, and Mezcla protein bars are here to help. Pea protein puffs, quinoa crisps, almond butter, and crunchy pistachios are combined with a dash of vanilla and a rich layer of dark chocolate for a bar that boasts 10 grams of protein. Protein bars that taste like dessert? Yes, please.
Setton Farms
Seasoned Pistachios by Setton Farms
Chili limón, garlic-onion, and jalapeño. No, this isn’t the cauliflower wing spread at your Super Bowl party—they’re just a few of the seasoned pistachio flavors offered by Setton Farms. Sustainably farmed, California-grown pistachios are roasted to perfection before they’re dusted with seasonings as simple as salt and pepper or as fiery as scorpion pepper and Tajín.
Simply Desserts
Pistachio Pudding Mix by Simply Desserts
Chocolate pudding cups will always be a childhood staple, but for a retro lunchbox treat more fit for sophisticated palates, swap yesteryear’s cups for a box of Simply Desserts’ instant pudding. This grown-up take on the classic dessert omits sugar and artificial dyes but none of the flavor. You’re just five minutes away from silky spoonfuls of bliss.
Edenesque
Pistachio Barista Milk by Edenesque
Count your days, almond—there’s a new nut milk in town. Made from a blend of pistachios, cashews, and oats—and sweetened with coconut nectar—this barista blend from Black woman-owned brand Edenesque makes for deliciously creamy foam guaranteed to bring your latte art to the next level. Best of all? The company’s sustainable, zero-waste production uses every last bit of the nut.
Gato Dates
Chocolate-Covered Pistachio Butter Dates by Gato Dates
Dubai chocolate, but make it whole foods, plant-based. Soft, jammy Medjool dates are stuffed with roasted pistachio butter before they’re dipped into organic dark chocolate. Finished with a dash of flaky sea salt and crushed pistachios, these bite-sized sweets pack all the flavor of the viral chocolate bar.
Madly Hadley
Pistachio Crumble by Madly Hadley
Simple, salty, and a little bit addictive, Madly Hadley’s Pistachio Crumble is just what you need to elevate your favorite meals. Made with just pistachio bits and sea salt, this crunchy, savory topper has endless possibilities. From salads and pastas to yogurt parfaits and sundaes, don’t be afraid to get a little nutty.
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Jocelyn Martinez is VegNews' senior editor based in Los Angeles, CA.
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