Caramel Pistachio Cheesecake
🍰✨ A decadent, creamy cheesecake topped with caramel and roasted pistachios—this indulgent dessert is the perfect treat for any occasion! 😍🍮
Ingredients:
For the crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
For the filling:
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup pistachios, chopped (for mixing into the filling)
For the topping:
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1/4 cup pistachios, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form a crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool. 🥄🍪
Duration: 15 minutes
Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract, followed by the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream. Fold in the chopped pistachios. 🍫
Duration: 10 minutes
Bake the cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggles when shaken. Let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan. 🧑🍳
Duration: 1 hour
Chill the cheesecake: Once the cheesecake has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to the fridge and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best results. ⏳
Duration: 4 hours (chilling time)
Top the cheesecake: Once the cheesecake is chilled, drizzle caramel sauce over the top and garnish with additional chopped pistachios. 🍮🍴
Duration: 5 minutes
Serve: Slice, serve, and enjoy this luxurious caramel pistachio cheesecake! 🍽️
Duration: 2 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 8 servings
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