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Mini Pistachio Cheesecake Bites

Mini Pistachio Cheesecake Bites for a Creamy Sweet Escape

Mini Pistachio Cheesecake Bites are creamy and nutty, offering a perfect balance of flavors in a delightful bite-sized format.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 48 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios toast lightly for enhanced aroma
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted, margarine works as a dairy-free substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness and balances flavors
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese opt for vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free version
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 large egg replace with a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup pistachio flour ground almonds can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • muffin pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, pulse the toasted shelled pistachios, all-purpose flour, and salt until you achieve a sandy texture—about 30 seconds. Next, pour in the melted unsalted butter and pulse again until the mixture is combined and crumbly, which should take another 15 seconds.
  2. Press approximately 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture firmly yet gently into the bottom of each muffin cup of a lined or greased muffin pan. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) while you continue to the next step.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Slowly add in the large egg, vanilla extract, and pistachio flour, mixing until just combined.
  4. Spoon the rich filling evenly over the crust in each muffin cup, ensuring they are filled just to the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 minutes, or until the edges are set while the centers still have a slight jiggle.
  5. Remove the muffin pan from the oven and allow the cheesecakes to cool in the pan for 1 hour. After cooling, transfer them to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow to chill for optimal flavor and texture. Can substitute pistachios with almonds or hazelnuts for variation.

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