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Easy Pistachio Cheesecake Bars

Creamy cheesecake bars infused with rich pistachio flavor and a buttery crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup pistachio paste
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan and bake 10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and pistachio paste.
  4. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and cream.
  5. Pour filling over crust and bake 35–40 minutes until set.
  6. Cool completely, chill, then slice into bars and serve.

Notes

Chill fully before slicing for best texture.