Pistachio Cheesecake Recipe with Pistachio Cream Liqueur

The Ultimate Pistachio Cheesecake

If you love pistachios, cheesecake, and creamy dessert-inspired cocktails, this Pistachio Cheesecake is for you. Made with Remarkable Cream Pistachio Cream Liqueur, rich cream cheese, and real pistachio paste, this indulgent baked cheesecake delivers luxurious pistachio flavour with a silky smooth texture.

Perfect for dinner parties, celebrations, or as a showstopping dessert, this recipe combines roasted pistachio notes, creamy vanilla undertones, and New Zealand dairy richness in every bite.

Ingredients

Biscuit Base

• 150g digestive biscuits
• 75g butter, melted

Pistachio Cheesecake Filling

• 1000g cream cheese
• 200g Remarkable Cream Pistachio Cream Liqueur
• 60g pistachio paste
• 192g sugar
• 4 eggs
• 30g cornflour

Pistachio Cream Topping

• 500g thickened cream
• 50g Remarkable Cream Pistachio Cream Liqueur
• 50g chopped pistachios

Method

Step 1: Prepare the Biscuit Base

1. Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs.
2. Mix thoroughly with the melted butter.
3. Press firmly into the base of a lined cake tin.
4. Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to set.

Step 2: Make the Pistachio Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the pistachio paste and Remarkable Cream Pistachio Cream Liqueur.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Fold through the cornflour until completely smooth.
5. Pour the mixture over the chilled biscuit base.

Step 3: Bake

1. Preheat the oven to 150°C.
2. Place the cheesecake tin inside a larger roasting tray.
3. Fill the roasting tray with hot water to create a water bath.
4. Bake for approximately 40 minutes.

The cheesecake should still have a slight wobble in the centre when removed from the oven.

Step 4: Cool and Chill

1. Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually at room temperature.
2. Refrigerate overnight for the best texture and flavour development.

Step 5: Prepare the Topping

1. Softly whip the thickened cream.
2. Fold through the Pistachio Cream Liqueur.
3. Spread evenly over the chilled cheesecake.
4. Finish with a generous sprinkle of chopped pistachios.

Serving Suggestions

This Pistachio Cheesecake pairs perfectly with:

• A glass of Remarkable Cream Pistachio served over ice
• A Pistachio Chocolate Martini
• Fresh berries
• Vanilla ice cream
• After-dinner coffee

Why You'll Love This Pistachio Cheesecake

✓ Rich roasted pistachio flavour

✓ Smooth and creamy baked cheesecake texture

✓ Made with real Pistachio Cream Liqueur

✓ Perfect dessert for entertaining

✓ Beautiful balance of pistachio, vanilla and cream

Whether you're hosting friends or simply treating yourself, this Pistachio Cheesecake is the ultimate way to enjoy Remarkable Cream Pistachio Cream Liqueur.