Pistachio Cheesecake
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Pistachio Cheesecake, a decadent dessert that blends creamy richness with nutty sophistication. Built on a buttery graham cracker crust, this velvety cheesecake boasts a harmonious combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs, infused with aromatic vanilla and premium pistachio paste for a distinctive touch. The crunchy texture of shelled pistachios adds a delightful contrast, while a light dusting of powdered sugar gives the final presentation a sweet finesse. Perfectly baked to creamy perfection and chilled for ultimate indulgence, this pistachio-infused masterpiece is ideal for special occasions or as a show-stopping treat to elevate your dessert game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Graham crackers
- 75 grams Unsalted butter
- 680 grams Cream cheese
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 120 grams Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 large Eggs
- 100 grams Pistachio paste
- 100 grams Shelled pistachios
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 20 grams Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor.
Melt the unsalted butter and mix with the graham cracker crumbs until well combined.
Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then allow it to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract, mixing well until all ingredients are combined.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Fold in the pistachio paste and half of the shelled pistachios into the cream cheese mixture.
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed.
Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Before serving, sprinkle the remaining chopped pistachios and dust with powdered sugar on top.
Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious pistachio cheesecake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 339 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 264 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
