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Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake Bliss

This Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake is a delightful summer dessert that beautifully balances zesty citrus flavors, sweet cherries, and crunchy pistachios.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs finely ground
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted and cooled
Filling
  • 16 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese softened
  • 3 large Large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour Cream full-fat recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
Add-ins
  • 1 cup Sweet Cherries pitted
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pistachios lightly toasted

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing and lining it.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl until it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust.
  4. Pre-bake the crust for 10 minutes until set and lightly golden, then let it cool.
  5. Beat cream cheese and sugar in a bowl until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
  6. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lime juice, and zests until just blended.
  7. Fold in cherries and pistachios gently to maintain the cherries' integrity.
  8. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top before baking for 55-60 minutes.
  9. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for an hour, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing after adding eggs to minimize cracks.

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