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Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

Decadent Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake You’ll Love to Share

This Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake blends maraschino cherries with pistachios for a delightful dessert that pleases every palate.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup ground pistachios or ground almonds/walnuts
  • 1/4 cup sugar brown sugar can be used
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or coconut oil/margarine for dairy-free
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar sugar substitute optional
  • 3 large eggs or flaxseed/aquafaba for vegan
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 3.4 oz pistachio pudding mix or vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
For the Topping
  • 1 can cherry pie filling fresh or frozen cherries as alternative
  • 1/4 cup optional chopped pistachios use roasted, unsalted for best flavor

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ground pistachios, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8 minutes. Cool completely.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in sour cream, pistachio pudding mix, and vanilla until just combined.
  4. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let cool inside for 1 hour.
  5. After cooling, remove from oven and let come to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Spread cherry pie filling on top and sprinkle with chopped pistachios if desired. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing. Allow gradual cooling to prevent cracks.

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