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Mini Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecakes

Mini Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecakes for Sweet Indulgence

Mini Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecakes combine a velvety filling with a crisp crust for an irresistible dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Ensure finely crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (Crust)
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melt thoroughly
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (Filling)
  • 2 large Large Eggs Use at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Room temperature
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Use high-quality
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
For the Topping
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Pistachios

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  3. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter in a mixing bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner and bake for 5 minutes.
  4. Blend the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar using a hand mixer until smooth. Add vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Evenly divide the cheesecake batter among the muffin cups, smoothing the surface.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set and centers jiggle slightly.
  8. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecakes inside with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
  9. Let them cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  10. Melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the ganache over each cheesecake and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cheesecakes to chill for at least 2 hours for optimal texture and flavor.

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