Cardamom has a sweet and warm taste that makes you think of clove, allspice and pepper all wrapped in one spice. Mix it with pistachios and add to cheesecake for a dessert that suggests the exotic flavors of India. -Carolyn Harkonnen, Loomis, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and brown sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the milk, lemon juice, cardamom and, if desired, food coloring. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Fold in pistachios. Pour over crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of boiling water to larger pan. , Bake for 35-40 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack for 10 minutes; loosen sides from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Remove rim from pan. Top cheesecake with whipped cream and sprinkle with pistachios and cracker crumbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
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Mateen Ahmad
[email protected]This is the best cheesecake I've ever had. The pistachio and cardamom flavors are a perfect match.
Usman Adamu
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one is amazing! The pistachio and cardamom flavors are so unique and delicious.
Shankar Chaudhary
[email protected]This cheesecake is so creamy and rich. It's the perfect dessert to end a special meal.
Muhammad khab
[email protected]I love how the pistachio and cardamom flavors complement each other. This cheesecake is a true delight.
Angie Allison
[email protected]This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant enough for a special occasion, but it's also easy enough to make for a weeknight dessert.
Chris Hanan
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. This cheesecake is a keeper!
Chris Bartlett
[email protected]This cheesecake is so beautiful! I can't wait to serve it to my guests.
Benjamin Rodriguez
[email protected]I love that this cheesecake is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthier way to enjoy this classic dessert.
Jeannelle Williams
[email protected]This cheesecake is a great make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before and it was even better the next day.
Mwezi Buhlungu
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.
Safiya Khatun
[email protected]This cheesecake is so creamy and decadent. The pistachio and cardamom flavors are a perfect match.
Lourie Villodas
[email protected]I love the nutty flavor of pistachios and the warm spice of cardamom. This cheesecake is the perfect combination of both flavors.
Bentleigh Cornell
[email protected]This was my first time making a cheesecake and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the cheesecake was delicious.
Nyarko stephen
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Crazy Santosh
[email protected]This cheesecake was amazing! The pistachio and cardamom flavors were perfect together, and the crust was so graham crackery. I will definitely be making this again.