Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake
320kcal
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups ¼ cup sugar
- 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 3 packages (8 oz each) 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup 1 cup sugar
- 3 large 3 large eggs
- 0.25 cups ¼ cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cups ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Toppings
- 1 cup 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 0.5 cups ½ cup chopped pistachios
Method
Preparation of the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes and let it cool.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lime juice, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Baking the Cheesecake
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for an hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Adding the Toppings
- Before serving, top with cherry pie filling and chopped pistachios.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories320kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein6gFat15gSaturated Fat9gSodium280mgFiber1gSugar25g
Notes
Serve chilled for best flavor. Use a hot knife for clean slices and consider garnishing with whipped cream, extra cherries, or citrus zest for an elegant touch.