Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of this pistachio cheesecake, a dessert that effortlessly combines elegance with simplicity. With its vibrant green hue and delightful crunch from roasted pistachios, this cheesecake is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for any occasion—be it brunch, dinner parties, or cozy weeknight desserts—this recipe will leave your guests raving for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup unsalted roasted pistachios, finely chopped
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- ¼ cup pistachio paste (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and mix until lump-free.
- Fold in sour cream, vanilla extract, and optional pistachio paste to infuse flavor.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in chopped pistachios until evenly distributed.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let cool inside with the door slightly ajar to prevent cracking. Chill in the fridge for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute other nuts like almonds or walnuts if you prefer. For an extra flavor twist, consider adding almond extract or layering chocolate ganache on top.