Description
A creamy cheesecake with a cherry and pistachio topping.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature.
- Top with cherries and pistachios before serving.
Notes
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
- You can use fresh or frozen cherries.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake, cherry, pistachio