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Pistachio Cheesecake Without Baking – Creamy No-Bake Dessert

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A creamy, nutty pistachio cheesecake made without baking. Silky smooth, rich in flavor, and perfect for warm-weather desserts or elegant celebrations.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • 6 tbsp melted butter

  • 2 tbsp sugar (optional)

For the Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ¾ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped

  • ½ cup pistachio paste (or ground toasted pistachios)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2½ tsp unflavored gelatin

  • 3 tbsp cold water (for gelatin)

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped pistachios

  • Whipped cream

  • White chocolate shavings

Instructions

  • Combine crust ingredients and press into 9-inch springform pan. Chill.

  • Toast pistachios if using whole; blend into paste. Set aside.

  • Bloom gelatin in cold water, then melt until fully dissolved.

  • Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and pistachio paste until smooth.

  • Fold in whipped cream. Stir in gelatin quickly and evenly.

  • Pour filling over crust. Smooth top. Chill 6+ hours or overnight.

  • Garnish and slice with a warm knife before serving.

Notes

Store covered in fridge up to 4 days. Can be frozen for longer storage.