Description
Indulge in the rich and nutty flavor of this Pistachio Cheesecake. Creamy and decadent, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, especially for pistachio lovers.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pistachio paste
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios, plus extra for garnish
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, pistachio paste, sour cream, extracts, eggs, and pistachios. Mix well.
- Bake the cheesecake: Pour the batter over the crust. Bake for 55–65 minutes until set but slightly wobbly. Cool in the oven, then chill for at least 4 hours.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream and chopped pistachios before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger pistachio flavor, increase the pistachio paste or use pistachio extract.
- To prevent cracks, do not overmix the batter and avoid opening the oven door during baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
