Pistachio & Blackberry Cheesecake Towers
Indulge in the exquisite delight of Pistachio & Blackberry Cheesecake Towers! These elegant dessert towers feature creamy mascarpone cheesecake layered with crunchy pistachios and juicy blackberries, delivering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy nights in, these stunning treats will impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Easy to prepare yet visually striking, these cheesecake towers are a must-try for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted pistachios, chopped
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into small tart pans.
- Bake the crusts for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in chopped pistachios into the mascarpone mixture.
- Spoon filling into each cooled crust and top with fresh blackberries.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the towers to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake tower (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For best results, chill overnight for a creamier texture. - Substitute pistachios with walnuts or pecans for a different flavor profile. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.