Pistachio Cheesecake Recipe
A creamy and decadent pistachio cheesecake recipe, perfect for any occasion. This recipe uses a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, rich pistachio filling.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups sugar
- 0.25 cups melted butter
Filling Ingredients
- 32 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup pistachios finely ground
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in sour cream and vanilla.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in ground pistachios.
- Pour batter into the prepared crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, toast the pistachios before grinding them. Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.