Ingredients:
For the Crust:
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
– 1 1/2 cups cherry pie filling
Directions:
Prepare the Crust:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a lined 9×13-inch baking pan.
4. Chill the crust while preparing the filling.
Make the Filling:
1. Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
2. Incorporate vanilla extract.
3. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream.
Assemble:
1. Spread the filling over the crust.
2. Dollop cherry pie filling on top and swirl gently with a knife.
3. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
Bake:
1. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set.
2. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
– **Prep Time:** 20 mins
– **Cooking Time:** 45 mins
– **Total Time:** 1 hr 5 mins
– **Calories:** 320 kcal per serving
– **Servings:** 16
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