Description
Indulge in this refreshing Luscious Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake that combines zesty citrus with the sweetness of cherries and a delightful crunch from pistachios. Perfect for summer gatherings or special occasions, this dessert is not only visually stunning but also easy to make, guaranteeing smiles with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tsp lime zest
- 1 cup cherries (pitted and chopped)
- ½ cup pistachios (chopped)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes; let cool.
- Beat cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar, mixing well.
- Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, lime juice, lemon zest, and lime zest until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in cherries and pistachios.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool slowly in the oven with the door ajar for about an hour before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg