Description
Delight in the ultimate dessert with Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake Bars! A perfect combination of creamy cheesecake, tangy cherries, and crunchy pistachios that’s easy to make and ideal for parties or indulgent moments.
Ingredients
Crust:
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Pistachios, finely chopped
- Unsalted butter, melted
- Sugar
Filling:
- Cream cheese, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Sour cream
- Pistachios, coarsely chopped
- Cherry pie filling (or fresh pitted cherries)
Topping:
- Pistachios, coarsely chopped
- Cherry pie filling (extra for topping)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, finely chopped pistachios, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Press into a greased 9×13-inch pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- Make the Filling:
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
- Mix in vanilla and sour cream.
- Stir in chopped pistachios and fold in cherry pie filling.
- Bake:
- Pour filling over the crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set.
- Cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Add Toppings:
- Spread extra cherry pie filling.
- Sprinkle chopped pistachios and garnish with whipped cream if desired.
- Serve:
- Cut into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
- Substitute cherry pie filling with blueberry or raspberry for variety.
- Gluten-free graham crackers can be used for a gluten-free version.
- Bars are best served cold but can be left at room temperature for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
