Pistachio Cheesecake

@AniphaeS

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Sweet Desserts and Baking

 · 6 months ago

Pistachio Cheesecake

For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted pistachios, finely ground
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

• 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios

For the pistachio cream topping:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios
• Chopped pistachios, for garnish

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, finely ground pistachios, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios until well combined.
• Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
• Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door closed for 1 hour.
• Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until chilled and set.
• Once chilled, prepare the pistachio cream topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in the pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios until well combined.
• Spread the pistachio cream topping over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with chopped pistachios.
• Slice and serve this luxurious Pistachio Cheesecake for a delightful dessert experience!

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