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Lemon-Lime Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake

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A delightful dessert combining vibrant citrus and creamy richness, topped with fresh cherries and crunchy pistachios.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (for the cherries)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool.
  5. Beat together the cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, sour cream, lemon zest, lime zest, lemon juice, lime juice, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth.
  6. Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
  7. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently.
  8. Pour the cheesecake filling onto the cooled crust.
  9. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  10. Cook the fresh cherries and sugar in a saucepan over low heat for 5-7 minutes until they soften.
  11. Cool the cherry mixture completely, then use as a topping.
  12. Top the cheesecake with cherry syrup and chopped pistachios.
  13. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

For a more vibrant flavor, use organic lemons and limes. This cheesecake can be frozen for future enjoyment.

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