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Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake Bliss

This Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake features vibrant flavors and textures, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs Substitute with gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted and bind the crust ingredients.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese Use block cream cheese.
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature.
  • ½ cup sour cream Can be substituted with full-fat Greek yogurt.
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice Fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Essential for flavor.
  • ⅓ cup fresh lime juice Always use fresh.
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest Deepens tropical flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh cherries Ripe or thawed frozen.
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios For crunch and flavor.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • stand mixer or hand mixer

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then add sour cream, lemon juice, lime juice, and zests, mixing until just combined.
Final Assembly
  1. Gently fold in fresh cherries and chopped pistachios. Pour filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes.
Cooling and Chilling
  1. Allow cheesecake to cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Wrap cheesecake gently in plastic for storage to avoid condensation.

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