Description
Pistachio Cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy dessert that harmoniously blends nutty flavors and sweet notes into a show-stopping treat. The combination of velvety cream cheese and crunchy pistachios creates an unforgettable experience, perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight indulgences to festive celebrations. With its stunning green hue and delightful flavor profile, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for your secret recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, chopped
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp pistachio extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter; press into the base of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chopped pistachios. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (119g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg