Description
A creamy pistachio cheesecake with a crunchy crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla and eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream and chopped pistachios.
- Pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, until set.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh pistachios for best flavor.
- Chill overnight for improved texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pistachio cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake recipes