Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of this Pistachio Cheesecake with Almond Crust that combines the nutty flavors of pistachios and almonds in a creamy, decadent dessert.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 (3.4-ounce) box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix almond flour, sugar, salt, and melted butter, press into the pan, and bake.
- Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs one at a time, mix in sour cream, pistachio pudding mix, extracts, and chopped pistachios. Pour over the crust.
- Bake the cheesecake: Bake for 55-65 minutes until just set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- Top with whipped cream and chopped pistachios before serving.
- For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free pudding mix and almond flour.
