Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lime juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour cheesecake batter over crust and bake for about 50 minutes, until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then spread cherry pie filling on top.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and lemon/lime zests.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Bring cream cheese to room temperature before starting for a smooth blend. Press the crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Cool slowly to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg