Description
Deliciously creamy Pistachio Cheesecake Bars combining the rich flavor of cheesecake with the unique taste of pistachios.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- Extra pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and chopped pistachios.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra pistachios before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Do not overmix to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg