Description
Pistachio and Mushroom Cheesecake is an extraordinary dessert that combines earthy mushrooms with the nutty crunch of pistachios. This indulgent cheesecake is creamy, visually stunning, and sure to surprise your guests with its unique flavor profile. Whether served at a dinner party or as a cozy treat at home, this cheesecake promises to impress and delight with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw unsalted pistachios, chopped
- 8 oz fresh button mushrooms, finely chopped
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter in a bowl; press into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- Sauté chopped mushrooms in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; mix in sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Scrape down sides as needed.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in sautéed mushrooms and chopped pistachios until evenly distributed.
- Pour filling into crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg