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Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake for a Zesty Treat

A delightful Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake that combines sweet and tangy for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs for gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it is room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 Eggs Use room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is best.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pistachios Roughly chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Cherries Pat them dry.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream
  • as needed Garnishes (whole cherries and pistachios)

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted unsalted butter in a bowl and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, add vanilla, then incorporate eggs one at a time.
  4. Fold in lemon juice, lime juice, lemon zest, and lime zest, then gently mix in cherries and pistachios.
  5. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set.
  6. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  7. Serve with whipped cream and garnish with cherries and pistachios.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight for optimal flavor development.

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