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Easy Pistachio Cheesecake Bars

Creamy pistachio cheesecake bars with a crunchy pistachio crust — an easy, no-bake dessert perfect for parties and quick treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 0.25 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cup ground pistachios optional
Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional
  • 1 package pistachio pudding mix optional
Topping
  • 0.25 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and ground pistachios. Press into the bottom of the pan evenly.
  3. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using), and mix until creamy.
  5. Fold in heavy cream and pistachio pudding mix until fully combined and thick.
  6. Pour cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
  8. Lift the cheesecake out of the pan using parchment paper, slice into bars, and garnish with chopped pistachios and powdered sugar.

Notes

Chill time is essential for clean slices. For best results, use a sharp knife warmed under hot water before slicing.