Description
This no-bake pistachio cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy dessert that’s perfect for any occasion—from quick dessert ideas to elegant dinner parties. With a buttery biscuit crust and a rich pistachio filling, it’s an easy recipe that delivers bakery-quality results without turning on the oven. Whether you’re searching for simple dessert ideas or an impressive make-ahead dish, this cheesecake is a must-try.
Ingredients
200g digestive biscuits or graham crackers finely crushed
100g unsalted butter melted
1 tbsp granulated sugar optional
400g cream cheese softened
240ml heavy whipping cream cold
150g powdered sugar
120g pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon juice optional
2 drops green food coloring optional
100ml whipped cream for garnish
30g chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
1. Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter and sugar until combined.
2. Press the mixture firmly into a springform pan to form the crust and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
3. Whip the cold heavy cream until soft to medium peaks form and set aside.
4. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and mix until creamy.
5. Add pistachio paste, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and food coloring, mixing until smooth.
6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pistachio mixture until fully combined.
7. Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top evenly.
8. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until fully set.
9. Garnish with whipped cream and chopped pistachios, slice, and serve chilled.
Notes
Use high-quality pistachio paste for the best flavor and color.
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
Allow full chilling time to achieve a firm and clean slice.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg