Description
Indulge in the extraordinary flavors of this Pistachio and Mushroom Cheesecake, a delightful twist on traditional dessert. Featuring a creamy filling enriched with earthy mushrooms and crunchy pistachios, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust, this cheesecake is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying during cozy nights in. Whether at a dinner party or a casual gathering, this unique treat will have everyone talking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted roasted pistachios (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup fresh cremini or shiitake mushrooms, chopped
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for crust and sautéing)
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and cinnamon. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- Sauté chopped mushrooms in melted butter over medium heat until softened (5-7 minutes). Set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in cooled mushrooms and crushed pistachios.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg