Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake
Ingredients:
For the crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup chopped pistachios
For the cheesecake filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Zest of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lime
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup cherry puree (fresh or frozen)
For the topping:
1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
1/4 cup cherry preserves or jam
1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a small bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and chopped pistachios. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form an even crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Add the sugar and continue beating until combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice, lime juice, lemon zest, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
Gently swirl in the cherry puree, creating a marbled effect.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
Once cooled, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
For the topping, combine the fresh cherries and cherry preserves in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Before serving, top the cheesecake with the cherry topping and sprinkle with chopped pistachios for an extra crunch.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes (including cooling time)
Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 12 slices
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