When it comes to desserts that are fancy and indulgent, nothing beats a Tartufo. Imagine digging into a frozen treat and finding layers of chocolate, pistachio and richness of gourmet flavors all in one. Making tartufo at home gives you the freedom to create your own version of this Italian classic and combine your favorite flavors.
Whether you’re having a dinner party or just treating yourself, tartufo never fails to impress. It’s not just about the taste, it’s an experience. The smooth chocolate shell, the creamy pistachio filling and the surprise textures from nuts, caramel or even a fruity swirl make each bite magic. And the best part? You can customise it to your heart’s content, layering your favourite ingredients for that perfect personal touch.
So grab your bowls, get creative with flavors and impress yourself and your guests.
6 Homemade Tartufo Desserts Recipes Made Blending Chocolate, Pistachio, And Gourmet Flavors
Classic Chocolate Pistachio Tartufo
There’s something so decadent about pistachio and chocolate together in a dessert and this Classic Chocolate Pistachio Tartufo delivers. Every bite is a perfect combination of textures and flavors—nutty, creamy and chocolatey. The balance of the pistachio’s richness with the sweetness of the chocolate is a match made in heaven and everyone will be asking for more.
Ingredients
- 250 ml pistachio gelato
- 250 ml chocolate gelato
- 200 g dark chocolate (melted)
- 50 g crushed pistachios
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Method
- Scoop pistachio gelato into small balls and freeze until firm.
- Scoop chocolate gelato, flatten it and wrap it around the pistachio gelato ball. Freeze again until firm.
- Melt dark chocolate and coat the frozen gelato balls completely.
- Sprinkle crushed pistachios over the top and dust with cocoa powder.
- Freeze for 30 minutes and serve chilled.
Salted Caramel Pistachio Tartufo
For those who love sweet and savory, the Salted Caramel Pistachio Tartufo is a must try. The nutty pistachio gelato is paired with a gooey salted caramel core that’s a nice contrast to the creamy texture.
Ingredients
- 250 ml pistachio gelato
- 4 tbsp salted caramel sauce
- 150 g white chocolate (melted)
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes
- 30 g crushed pistachios
Method
- Scoop pistachio gelato into balls, insert a teaspoon of salted caramel sauce in the middle and freeze.
- Melt white chocolate and coat the gelato balls evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes and crushed pistachios.
- Freeze for 30 minutes and serve.
Triple Chocolate Pistachio Tartufo
If you love all things chocolate the Triple Chocolate Pistachio Tartufo is the dessert you’ve been waiting for. This decadent treat has three layers of chocolate—dark, milk and white—with a creamy pistachio center that’s the perfect balance.
Ingredients
- 100 g milk chocolate (melted)
- 30 g crushed pistachios
Method
- Scoop pistachio gelato into balls and freeze until firm.
- Coat with dark chocolate and let it set. Coat with milk chocolate and then white chocolate.
- Sprinkle with crushed pistachios. Freeze them for 30 minutes to 1 hour and then serve.
Raspberry Pistachio Tartufo
When you put raspberry and pistachio together, you get a dessert that’s both refreshing and rich. Topped with freeze dried raspberries and crushed pistachios, it’s like a breath of fresh air in every bite.
Ingredients
- 250ml pistachio gelato
- 250ml raspberry gelato
- 150g dark chocolate (melted)
- 20g freeze dried raspberries
- 30g crushed pistachios
Method
- Scoop raspberry gelato and pistachio gelato into balls and freeze. Coat with melted dark chocolate.
- Top with freeze dried raspberries and crushed pistachios.
- Freeze for 30 minutes before serving.
Espresso Pistachio Tartufo
For coffee lovers, the Espresso Pistachio Tartufo is a treat. Coated in smooth milk chocolate and sprinkled with crushed pistachios, it’s a perfectly delicious for your tastebuds.
Ingredients
- 250ml pistachio gelato
- 2 tsp espresso powder
- 150g milk chocolate (melted)
- 30g crushed pistachios
Method
- Mix espresso powder into pistachio gelato and form into balls. Freeze until firm.
- Coat with melted milk chocolate and top with crushed pistachios.
- Freeze and serve with a cup of coffee.
Mint Pistachio Tartufo
Mint Pistachio Tartufo is a cool treat that combines the creaminess of pistachio with the freshness of mint. The mint chocolate chips give a fresh zing to the pistachio gelato, it’s a refreshing yet indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
- 250 ml pistachio gelato
- 50 g mint chocolate chips
- 150 g dark chocolate (melted)
- 30 g crushed pistachios
Method
- Fold in mint chocolate chips into pistachio gelato and form into balls.
- Put then in the freezer for about 30 mins or until they become solid.
- Once done coat with melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with crushed pistachios.
- Then freeze them again for about 30 to 45 min to settle down and serve.