Basque Cheesecake Pistachio
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Basque Cheesecake Pistachio

A decadent yet metabolism-friendly Basque-style cheesecake infused with pistachio, featuring a caramelized exterior and creamy center. This portion-controlled dessert satisfies sweet cravings while maintaining optimal macronutrient balance for fat-burning efficiency.

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
2
Servings
280
Calories
18g
Protein
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πŸ›’ Ingredients

  • βœ“ 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • βœ“ 1 large egg
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp unsalted pistachio butter
  • βœ“ 1 tbsp raw honey
  • βœ“ Β½ tsp vanilla extract
  • βœ“ ΒΌ tsp pistachio extract
  • βœ“ 1 tbsp almond flour
  • βœ“ Pinch of sea salt
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp chopped roasted pistachios for garnish
  • βœ“ Parchment paper

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Line a small baking dish or two individual ramekins with parchment paper.
2. Blend softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and egg until smooth and creamy.
3. Fold in pistachio butter, honey, vanilla extract, and pistachio extract until well combined.
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4. Gently mix in almond flour and sea salt to create a thick batter.
5. Pour mixture into prepared dish and smooth the top slightly.
6. Bake for 22-25 minutes until the edges are caramelized and golden brown while the center remains slightly jiggly.
7. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours for optimal texture.
8. Serve topped with chopped roasted pistachios and a drizzle of honey if desired.
9. Cut into 2 equal portions for perfectly balanced servings.

πŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

Calories280 kcal
Protein18g
Carbohydrates16g
Fat18g
Fiber2g

🏷️ Tags

#high-protein#low-carb#metabolism-boosting#guilt-free-dessert#portion-controlled#probiotic-rich#basque-style#pistachio#cheesecake
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