That sounds like a deliciously complex dessert! Combining lemon-lime, cherry, and pistachio flavors in a cheesecake must result in a unique and flavorful treat. Here’s a basic outline of how you might make it:
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
Filling:
- 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 cup cherry preserves or cherry compote
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even layer.
- Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream and heavy cream, and beat until combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon and lime zest.
- Add Flavors:
- Gently fold in the cherry preserves or compote, leaving some swirls for a marbled effect.
- Pour the batter over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for about an hour.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top for added texture and flavor.
Enjoy your homemade cheesecake!