Description
Indulge in these elegant Pistachio Raspberry Cheesecake Domes, a no-bake dessert featuring creamy pistachio-infused cheesecake layered over a raspberry jam and fresh raspberry base, all set atop a crunchy graham cracker crust. Coated with white chocolate and garnished with chopped pistachios and freeze-dried raspberries, these mini cheesecakes are perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup pistachio paste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped
Raspberry Layer
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crust and Coating
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup white chocolate, melted (for coating)
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped pistachios
- Freeze-dried raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, pistachio paste, and vanilla extract together until smooth and uniform. Carefully fold in the whipped heavy cream to keep the texture light and fluffy.
- Make the Raspberry Layer: In a separate bowl, mash the fresh raspberries together with the raspberry jam and lemon juice until combined to create a vibrant, tangy raspberry mixture.
- Assemble Raspberry Base: Spoon a small amount of the raspberry mixture into silicone dome molds, spreading evenly to form the base. Freeze the molds for 30 minutes until the raspberry layer is firm.
- Add Pistachio Cheesecake: Once the raspberry base is firm, spoon the pistachio cheesecake mixture on top of each raspberry base within the molds. Smooth the tops gently with a spatula. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture into a flat, even layer on a lined tray and freeze until firm to form a crunchy base.
- Unmold and Assemble: After the domes are fully frozen, carefully unmold them and place each dome onto the prepared graham cracker crust base.
- Coat and Garnish: Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the domes for a delicate coating, then sprinkle or press chopped pistachios and freeze-dried raspberries on top if desired.
- Final Thaw: Allow the cheesecake domes to thaw in the refrigerator for about 1 hour before serving to soften slightly and enhance flavors.
Notes
- Using silicone dome molds helps achieve a perfect dome shape and makes unmolding easier.
- Pistachio paste can be purchased ready-made or homemade by blending shelled pistachios with a little neutral oil.
- For variety, substitute graham cracker crumbs with crushed digestive biscuits or pistachio shortbread cookies for a unique crust flavor.
