Description
A delightful Mini Pistachio Rose Cheesecake that combines rich flavors and creamy textures, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon rose water
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for sweetening whipped cream)
- Optional: a few drops of green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of mini cheesecake pans or muffin tins to form a crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the finely chopped pistachios and rose water, mixing until well incorporated. If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling over the cooled graham cracker crusts, filling each cup to the top. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Place the filled mini cheesecake pans in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly. Remove from the oven and allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Notes
- Store any leftover mini cheesecakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If freezing, wrap each cheesecake tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container for up to a month.
- Chill the cheesecakes overnight for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Mini Pistachio Rose Cheesecake, cheesecake, dessert, pistachio, rose water