Lemon Lime Cherry Pistachio (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
03 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
04 - ¼ cup chopped pistachios

→ Cheesecake Filling

05 - 16 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - ¾ cup granulated sugar
08 - 3 large eggs
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - Zest of 1 lemon
12 - Zest of 1 lime
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - ½ cup cherry puree (made from fresh or frozen cherries)

→ Topping

15 - 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
16 - ¼ cup cherry preserves or jam
17 - ¼ cup chopped pistachios

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and chopped pistachios.
03 - Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan to form a firm crust.
04 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
05 - In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
06 - Add the sugar and mix until well incorporated.
07 - Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed in before adding the next.
08 - Stir in the lemon juice, lime juice, lemon zest, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
09 - Gently swirl in the cherry puree to create a marbled look.
10 - Pour the batter over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
11 - Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center remains slightly wobbly.
12 - Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for an hour.
13 - Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
14 - In a saucepan over low heat, combine the fresh cherries and cherry preserves.
15 - Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture slightly thickens.
16 - Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
17 - Before serving, spread the cherry topping over the chilled cheesecake.
18 - Sprinkle with chopped pistachios for extra crunch. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

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