Pistachio Steamer

Jun 23, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A warm, comforting drink made by combining steamed whole milk with sweet pistachio syrup for a nutty, creamy flavor.

Prep 5 min

Cook 2 min

Total 7 min

Servings 1

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Ingredients

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10.0 fl oz (295.0 ml)whole milk
¾ fl oz (22.0 ml)pistachio syrup

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Instructions

Add pistachio syrup to a 12 oz mug.
Steam whole milk to 140–150°F (60–66°C) with light foam.
Pour steamed milk over syrup, stir once gently, and serve.

Tips

Use a milk frother or steam wand for best results. For a vegan version, substitute whole milk with oat or almond milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pistachio steamer?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 2 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make pistachio steamer ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make pistachio steamer dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A warm, comforting drink made by combining steamed whole milk with sweet pistachio syrup for a nutty, creamy flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

253 Calories / serving

10.0g Fat

32.3g Carbs

9.7g Protein

33.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~253 cal · 10g fat · 32g carbs · 10g protein · 33g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 253 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 48 min·2.8 mi·~5600 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 34 min·1.7 mi·~3400 steps
Moderate cycling 26 min·5.2 mi
Swimming laps 35 min
Jogging 25 min·2.1 mi·~4000 steps
Stair climbing 23 min·~2050 steps
Dancing 41 min
Bodyweight circuit training 26 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 59 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.