Creamy Pistachio Cheesecake Bars

Rich and creamy pistachio cheesecake bars with a nutty crust, perfect for pistachio lovers!

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 cup graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup ground pistachios

1/4 cup chopped pistachios

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup melted butter

For the Filling:

16 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios

1/2 cup pistachio paste

1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

For Garnish:

1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Directions

Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, ground and chopped pistachios, sugar, and melted butter. Press evenly into the baking pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.

Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Add Greek yogurt, vanilla, chopped pistachios, pistachio paste, and condensed milk, blending until smooth.

Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust, spreading evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the center is set and edges are lightly browned.