Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake: An Easy Indulgence You’ll Love
A rich and creamy cherry pistachio cheesecake that is easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and sour cream.
- Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust, then add cherry pie filling and sprinkle with pistachios. Top with remaining cream cheese mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, until the center is set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Serve with whipped cream for added indulgence.
- Best enjoyed cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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