Description
This Elegant Pistachio Raspberry Crunch Cheesecake features a buttery pistachio crust, a smooth and creamy pistachio-infused cheesecake filling, and a vibrant raspberry topping with a delightful crunch. A show-stopping dessert for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups crushed pistachio cookies or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pistachio pudding mix
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
- 1/4 cup crushed pistachios (for topping)
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional for crunch)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine crushed pistachio cookies, chopped pistachios, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla, pistachio pudding mix, and sour cream until combined.
- Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set. Turn off oven, crack the door open, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, spread raspberry preserves over the cheesecake. Top with fresh raspberries, crushed pistachios, and white chocolate chips for crunch.
- Slice and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a water bath while baking to prevent cracks.
- You can make the crust with a combination of graham crackers and pistachios if desired.
- Chill the cheesecake thoroughly for clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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