Description
Pistachio Blackberry Cheesecake Towers are a delightful, visually stunning dessert that will impress at any gathering. These creamy cheesecake layers are nestled between crunchy pistachios and tart blackberries, all topped with a glossy glaze that adds a touch of elegance. Perfect for summer celebrations or everyday indulgence, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make—ideal for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 tbsp gelatin powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until crumbly. Press firmly into greased muffin tins.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and gelatin until combined.
- Fold in chopped pistachios, then spoon cheesecake filling over cooled crusts.
- Top with fresh blackberries and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg