Description
Indulge in the tangy zest of lemon and lime combined with the rich flavors of cherries and pistachios in this delightful cheesecake.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lime zest
1/2 cup chopped pistachios
1/2 cup chopped cherries
Whipped cream, for topping
Whole cherries and chopped pistachios, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice, lime juice, lemon zest, and lime zest until combined.
- Fold in chopped pistachios and cherries.
- Bake the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. The edges should be slightly golden.
- Cool and Chill:
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for about 1 hour.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until completely chilled and set.
- Serve:
- Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
- Top with whipped cream, whole cherries, and chopped pistachios before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother blending.
For best results, allow the cheesecake to cool gradually before chilling.
Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar according to personal preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 410 kcal per serving
