🍰 LUSCIOUS LEMON-LIME CHERRY PISTACHIO CHEESECAKE 🍒🌰 (Absolutely delicious)
📝 INGREDIENTS:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
For the Topping:
1 cup cherry pie filling
1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
🔔 INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP 1: PREPARE THE CRUST
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press Crust: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Set aside.
STEP 2: MAKE THE FILLING
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add Sugar and Sour Cream: Gradually add the sugar and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
- Mix in Juices and Vanilla: Add the lemon juice, lime juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Fold in Fruits: Gently fold in the halved cherries and chopped pistachios.
STEP 3: ASSEMBLE AND BAKE
- Pour Filling: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
- Cool: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
STEP 4: ADD THE TOPPING
- Prepare Topping: Once the cheesecake is chilled, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top for added crunch and flavor.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes | Servings: 10
Enjoy your Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines tangy citrus with sweet cherries and crunchy pistachios! 🍰🍒🌰