Pistachio cream cheesecake

I am pleased to share with you a recipe for an exquisite pistachio cream cheesecake. This sweet temptation combines the creaminess typical of cheesecake with the rich and aromatic flavor of pistachios. If you want an even more Italian touch, you could add a drizzle of melted dark chocolate to recreate the classic combination much loved in the beautiful country.

Ingredients

• 200 g of dry biscuits (such as Digestive)
• 100 g of melted butter
• 500 g of creamy cheese like Philadelphia
• 120 g of powdered sugar
• 200 ml of fresh liquid cream
• 250 g of pistachio cream
• 12 g of gelatin sheets (or fish glue)
• Unsalted whole pistachios for garnishing
• Dark chocolate flakes (optional)

Preparation

1. Begin by finely chopping the biscuits in a mixer or by placing them in a bag and crushing them with a rolling pin until you get a coarse flour. Mix the chopped biscuits with the melted butter until you have a homogeneous mixture.

2. Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper and distribute the biscuit mixture, pressing it well to create a compact base. Put in the fridge to cool for at least 30 minutes.

3. In the meantime, soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 10 minutes.

4. In a bowl, work the creamy cheese with the powdered sugar until you have a smooth and lump-free mixture.

5. Slightly warm a part of the cream (about 50 ml) and dissolve the squeezed gelatin in it. Let it cool down.

6. Incorporate the pistachio cream into the cheese mixture and mix gently. Then add the dissolved gelatin and combine well.

7. Whip the remaining cream until firm and then fold it into the cheese and pistachio mixture with gentle movements from the bottom up so as not to deflate it.

8. Pour the filling onto the cooled biscuit base and level well with a spatula. Put the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours, better if overnight.

9. Before serving, decorate with coarsely chopped pistachios and, if desired, with dark chocolate flakes.

A little secret to enhance the flavor of the pistachio and create a beautiful color contrast is to add a pinch of salt to the biscuit base. The salt will intensify the sweetness of the pistachio, creating a magnificent combination of flavors.

Enjoy your meal!