Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter and a sprinkle of sugar; blend until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then allow it to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature full-fat cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, blending slowly after each addition to avoid overmixing. Incorporate the sour cream, fresh lemon juice, and fresh lime juice until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh sweet cherries and chopped pistachios into the cheesecake filling, being careful not to break them apart too much.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake in your preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 55-60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Once the baking time is complete, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour with the door ajar. Afterward, remove it from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Once chilled, carefully release the sides of the springform pan. Slice your cheesecake into wedges. Garnish each slice with a dollop of whipped cream, fresh cherries, additional chopped pistachios, or a sprig of mint before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Make the cheesecake 1-2 days in advance for best flavor. Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.
