Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Cheesecake
- In a medium bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, sugar, and salt, then mix in melted butter and press into a springform pan. Chill for 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add pudding mix, vanilla, pistachio extract, and powdered sugar. Fold in heavy cream and whip until fluffy.
- Spoon the filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream over the cheesecake and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- Release the cheesecake from the pan, slice, and serve chilled.
Nutrition
Notes
Chilling overnight enhances flavor. Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
