Description

These No-Bake Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecake Bars are a creamy, indulgent treat with a crunchy pistachio crust and rich chocolate cheesecake filling. Perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you want a bakery-style dessert without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
1/2 cup finely chopped unsalted pistachios
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups heavy cream, whipped
8 oz (225g) semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for topping)
Chocolate shavings or drizzle (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Make the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, finely chopped pistachios, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8 inch pan. Chill while preparing the filling.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy. Gently fold in whipped cream. Stir in melted chocolate until fully blended.
Assemble the Bars: Spread filling evenly over chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Garnish: Sprinkle chopped pistachios and chocolate shavings on top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight for best results.
Serve: Slice into bars with a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts for neat edges. Enjoy chilled.

Notes

For a gluten-free crust, substitute almond flour or gluten-free crackers. To save time, you can use whipped topping instead of whipping your own cream. Bars can be frozen for up to 2 months—thaw in the fridge before serving.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 360
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 50mg