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Pistachio And Mushroom Cheesecake With Feta & Parmesan Crust

This unique cheesecake combines the rich flavors of pistachios and mushrooms, all nestled in a savory feta and parmesan crust, creating a delightful dish perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup pistachios finely chopped
  • 1 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
For the Filling
  • 2 cups cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup mushrooms sautéed and chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta, grated parmesan, chopped pistachios, melted butter, and breadcrumbs.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
  4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the sautéed and chopped mushrooms, sour cream, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour the filling mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
  2. Smooth the top with a spatula, then bake in the oven for 50 minutes or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
  3. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 10 minutes.
Cool and Serve
  1. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  3. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and slice the cheesecake to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs or a drizzle of balsamic reduction before serving.

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