Pistachio & Mushroom Cheesecake with Feta-Parmesan Crust 🌰🍄✨

Savory, creamy, and utterly unique—this cheesecake blends earthy mushrooms, crunchy pistachios, and a tangy cheese crust for a show-stopping dish.

Ingredients

For the crust

• 1 1/2 cups crushed crackers or breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the filling

• 2 cups cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms
• 1/3 cup chopped pistachios
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt

For garnish

• Chopped pistachios
• Fresh thyme or parsley

Directions

1. Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Make crust: Mix crackers, Parmesan, feta, and melted butter. Press into pan base. Bake 10 minutes, then set aside.
3. Prepare filling: Beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
4. Mix in flavor: Fold in mushrooms, pistachios, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
5. Assemble: Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
6. Bake: Bake 35–40 minutes until center is set. Cool to room temperature.
7. Chill: Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Finish: Remove from pan, garnish with pistachios and herbs, and serve.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Baking Time: 40 minutes
• Chill Time: 4 hours
• Total Time: ~5 hours
• Servings: 8

✨ A savory cheesecake that’s bold, elegant, and perfect for special occasions or gourmet gatherings.