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Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

Refreshing Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake, a creamy and crunchy dessert that dazzles at gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Finely ground for best binding
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese Softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Full-fat preferred
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Zest Freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Zest Freshly grated
For the Fruit & Nut Elements
  • 1 cup Sweet Cherries Fresh, pitted
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pistachios Unsalted, toasted

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs with granulated sugar; drizzle in melted butter and mix well. Press firmly into a springform pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes; let cool.
Make the Filling
  1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently. Incorporate sour cream, lemon juice, and lime juice until well blended.
Fold in Add-ins
  1. Gently fold in cherries and chopped pistachios into the cheesecake mixture.
Bake
  1. Pour filling over crust and smooth the top. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55-60 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
Cool Gradually
  1. Turn off oven and crack the door. Let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then cool completely at room temperature.
Chill
  1. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth mixing. Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent tough texture. Gradually cooling in the oven reduces cracking. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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