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Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

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A bright, creamy cheesecake topped with cherry pie filling and crunchy pistachios, balanced with the tang of lemon and lime.

  • Total Time: 285
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

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

  1. 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.
  2. In a large bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lime juice, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Pour cheesecake batter over crust and bake for about 50 minutes, until the center is set.
  5. Let it cool, then spread cherry pie filling on top.
  6. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and lemon/lime zests.
  7. 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.

  • Author: Sam Razal
  • 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