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Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake – Luscious Holiday Dessert

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A rich, creamy cherry pistachio cheesecake with a nutty crust, smooth pistachio-infused filling, and bright cherry topping. Perfect for holidays and special occasions.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • ¾ cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

Filling:

  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 3 large eggs

  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ cup finely ground pistachios

Cherry Topping:

  • 2 cups cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.

  • Pulse pistachios and graham crumbs. Add butter and sugar. Press into pan. Bake 8–10 mins. Cool.

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar. Mix in eggs one at a time. Add sour cream, vanilla, and pistachios. Pour over crust.

  • Bake 50–60 mins until center is just set. Cool in oven 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 4 hours.

  • In a saucepan, cook cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until thick. Cool.

  • Spoon cherry topping over chilled cheesecake. Garnish with pistachios.

Notes

  • Use a water bath for a smoother finish.

  • Store up to 5 days in fridge.

  • Freeze without topping for up to 1 month.

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