Whiskey Chocolate Cheesecake with Pistachio Crumble Base and Whipped Cream Topping

Ingredients:

• Pistachio Crumble Base:
• 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup of crushed pistachios
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
• Whiskey and Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:
• 4 containers of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened (32 oz total)
• 1 and 1/4 cups of granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup of whiskey
• 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream
• 6 oz of semi-sweet chocolate, chopped and melted
• Whipped Cream Topping:
• 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Pistachio Crumble Base:
• In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, crushed pistachios, and granulated sugar.
• Add melted butter and mix until the mixture is evenly crumbly.
• Press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan using your fingers or the back of a spoon.
• Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
3. Whiskey and Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:
• In a large mixing bowl, beat Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth.
• Add sugar and flour and beat again until creamy and smooth.
• Mix in eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
• Add whiskey, heavy whipping cream, and melted chocolate. Mix well.
• Pour the filling over the crust in the prepared pan.
• Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden and the center is almost set.
• Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool down inside for 30-40 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature for about an hour.
• Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Whipped Cream Topping:
• In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form.
• Pipe the whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
5. Slice and serve the Whiskey Chocolate Cheesecake with Pistachio Crumble Base and Whipped Cream Topping. Enjoy!