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Pistachio white chocolate cheesecake slice with creamy filling, chocolate drizzle, chopped pistachios, and a buttery cookie crust on a dark plate.

Heavenly Pistachio White Chocolate Cheesecake

A luxurious dessert featuring a pistachio-graham crust, a creamy white chocolate filling, and a decadent topping of salted caramel and chopped nuts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slice
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs For crust
  • 1 cup pistachios Shelled, divided use
  • ½ cup butter Melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese Softened
  • ½ cup sugar Granulated
  • 8 oz white chocolate Melted and cooled
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature
  • ½ cup heavy cream For filling
  • ½ cup salted caramel sauce For topping
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract Flavor enhancer

Equipment

  • 1 Springform pan 9-inch
  • 1 Roasting pan For water bath
  • 1 Electric mixer Hand or stand

Method
 

  1. Mix graham crumbs, ground pistachios, and butter; press into 9-inch pan and bake at 325°F for 10 mins.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar; add melted white chocolate, cream, and extracts.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
  4. Pour over crust; bake in water bath for 60-70 mins. Cool in oven for 1 hour.
  5. Chill overnight. Top with caramel sauce, chopped pistachios, and white chocolate chunks.

Notes

Use a water bath to prevent cracks. Cool the melted white chocolate before adding it to the batter to ensure a smooth texture.