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Cherry Pistachio No Bake Cheesecake with glossy cherry topping and pistachio crust

Cherry Pistachio No Bake Cheesecake

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  • Author: elodie
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This creamy and colorful Cherry Pistachio No Bake Cheesecake is the perfect easy dessert—no oven, no water bath, no stress. With a crunchy crust, a silky pistachio cheesecake layer, and a glossy cherry topping, it’s festive, beginner-friendly, and guaranteed to impress at any holiday, birthday, or family gathering.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed pistachios)

  • 6 tablespoons melted butter

  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)

For the Pistachio Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (or 2 cups Cool Whip)

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix or 3 tablespoons pistachio paste

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pistachios for extra crunch

For the Cherry Topping

  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

  • Optional: extra chopped pistachios for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Crust

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.

  2. Press firmly into an 8–9 inch springform pan.

  3. Chill for at least 20–30 minutes.

2. Make the Pistachio Filling

  1. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.

  2. Add pistachio pudding mix (or pistachio paste) and powdered sugar.

  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

  4. Fold the whipped cream into the pistachio mixture until light and airy.

  5. Spread over the chilled crust and smooth the top.

3. Chill the Cheesecake

  1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight for a perfect set.

4. Add Cherry Topping

  1. Once the cheesecake is fully set, spoon cherry pie filling over the top.

  2. Garnish with chopped pistachios.

  3. Slice, serve, enjoy!

Notes

  • For a stronger pistachio flavor, use both pistachio pudding + chopped pistachios.

  • For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and light whipped topping.

  • Add cherry topping right before serving for the cleanest slices.

  • You can freeze the cheesecake without the cherry topping for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320–380
  • Sugar: 22–28g
  • Sodium: 180–260mg
  • Fat: 18–22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10–13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5–7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34–42g
  • Fiber: 1–2g
  • Protein: 4–6g
  • Cholesterol: 35–55mg

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