
01/25/2025
Pistachio & Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe
These Pistachio & Raspberry Cheesecake Domes are the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake, nutty pistachios, and sweet-tart raspberries. With their elegant dome shape, they make a stunning dessert for any occasion, whether it's a dinner party, holiday gathering, or just a special treat for yourself!
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
1 cup (240g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
1/2 cup (100g) sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup (25g) pistachios, finely ground
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon gelatin (or 2 sheets, if using)
1/4 cup (60ml) warm water
For the Raspberry Layer:
1 cup (200g) fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon gelatin (or 1 sheet, if using)
1/4 cup (60ml) water
To Garnish:
Whole pistachios, crushed
Fresh raspberries
Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each dome mold. Press it down firmly to create an even base.
Place the molds in the fridge to chill and set for about 20-30 minutes while you prepare the filling.
2. Prepare the Pistachio Cheesecake Filling:
In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin by mixing it with 1/4 cup warm water. Stir until fully dissolved and set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
Add the heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, pistachios, and lemon juice to the bowl and continue to beat until everything is fully incorporated.
Once the gelatin has cooled slightly, add it to the cheesecake mixture and beat again until smooth.
Spoon the cheesecake mixture into the dome molds, filling them up to about two-thirds of the way. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Chill the cheesecake domes in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours, or until they are set.
3. Prepare the Raspberry Layer:
In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, mashing the raspberries with a spoon until they release their juice and become a thick sauce.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds, then return the liquid to the saucepan.
In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin in 1/4 cup warm water. Add the dissolved gelatin to the raspberry mixture and stir to combine.
Let the raspberry layer cool slightly, then spoon the raspberry sauce onto the top of each cheesecake dome, covering the pistachio layer.
Chill the domes again for about 1-2 hours, or until the raspberry layer is set.
4. Unmold the Cheesecake Domes:
Once both layers are fully set, carefully remove the cheesecake domes from the molds. If you used silicone molds, gently peel away the sides.
Place the cheesecake domes on a serving platter.
5. Garnish and Serve:
Garnish the cheesecake domes with crushed pistachios, fresh raspberries, and mint leaves if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy these beautiful and delicious pistachio and raspberry treats!
Tips:
Gelatin: If you're using gelatin sheets instead of powdered gelatin, bloom them in cold water for a few minutes before dissolving them in the warm water.
Make Ahead: These cheesecake domes can be made a day or two in advance and kept chilled in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
Customize the flavor: You can switch the pistachio filling with other nut butters (like hazelnut) or skip the pistachio layer altogether for a simpler cheesecake dome.
Enjoy!
These Pistachio & Raspberry Cheesecake Domes are a showstopper dessert with a delightful combination of creamy, nutty, and fruity flavors. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special! 🍰✨