No Bake Pistachio Cheesecake (Print Version)

Light pistachio cheesecake with graham crust, whipped cream cheese filling, and a chilled, smooth finish.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 5 tablespoons butter, melted

→ Filling

03 - 24 ounces cream cheese
04 - 3.4 ounces instant pistachio pudding mix
05 - ¾ cup powdered sugar
06 - ½ teaspoon almond extract
07 - 2 cups heavy cream

# Steps:

01 - Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Pack mixture into the bottom of an 8" or 9" round Springform pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Optionally, bake for 5 minutes at 175°C (350°F) for faster setting.
02 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat cream cheese, pistachio pudding mix, powdered sugar, and almond extract until smooth and well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.
05 - Spread the filling evenly over the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to 24 hours before serving.