Description
Silky smooth “lemon-lime blueberry pistachio cheesecake” blends Mediterranean and American dessert inspirations into one elegant treat. Creamy layers of tangy citrus and sweet berries nestled on a nutty pistachio crust promise pure indulgence with each luxurious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Flavoring and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing the surface and preheat the oven to 325F (160C), ensuring an even cooking environment.
- Create a crumbly foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, then press the mixture firmly and uniformly across the pan’s bottom.
- Whip cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency, then incorporate sugar, vanilla, lemon and lime zests, blending until harmoniously combined.
- Introduce eggs individually, thoroughly mixing after each addition to maintain a smooth texture, then gently fold in sour cream, creating a luxurious base.
- Delicately integrate chopped pistachios and fresh blueberries into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution without crushing the berries.
- Transfer the velvety filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the surface to create an elegant, level appearance.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for set edges and a slight center wobble, indicating perfect cheesecake consistency.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, releasing initial heat and preventing potential cracking.
- Chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight, enabling the dessert to set and develop enhanced flavor complexity.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Gently fold blueberries into the batter to prevent color bleeding and maintain the cheesecake’s elegant appearance.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free cream cheese mixture and even baking.
- Create a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water to prevent cracking and promote even cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 53 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg