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Heavenly Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake Cups

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Heavenly Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake Cups are elegant, individual desserts featuring creamy cheesecake layered with sweet cherry topping and crunchy pistachios. These no-bake cups are refreshing and rich, perfect for special occasions or delightful treats anytime.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling or fresh pitted cherries
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press about 2 tablespoons into the bottom of each serving cup to form crust.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
  3. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  4. Spoon or pipe cheesecake filling over crust in each cup, filling about two-thirds full.
  5. Top each cup with cherry pie filling or fresh cherries.
  6. Sprinkle chopped pistachios over cherries for crunch.
  7. Refrigerate at least 2 hours to set before serving.

Notes

  • Swap graham cracker crust for crushed vanilla wafers or digestive biscuits.
  • Use fresh cherries and drizzle honey for a lighter taste.
  • Toast pistachios to enhance flavor.
  • Add a layer of melted dark chocolate between crust and filling for a chocolate twist.
  • Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days.
  • Serve cold; no reheating needed.
  • Make vegan by using dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream.
  • Use thawed frozen cherries, drained well.
  • Chill at least 2 hours; overnight improves texture.
  • Prepare ahead for convenience and flavor melding.
  • Substitute pistachios with almonds, walnuts, or pecans.

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