Description
A zesty, nutty delight that will wow your guests with its tangy citrus, sweet cherries, and crunchy pistachios, making it the perfect showstopper dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- Zest of 1 lemon and 1 lime
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lime juice, and zest. Pour the mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen. Cool for 1 hour longer, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, spread the cherry pie filling on top of the cheesecake. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
Notes
This cheesecake is the perfect blend of tangy and sweet, enhanced by the crunch of pistachios. It’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
