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Mini Pistachio Greek Yogurt Cheesecakes

Mini Pistachio Cheesecakes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt

For the Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • cup honey or agave syrup
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp almond extract optional, but adds a lovely touch!
  • ½ cup finely ground pistachios plus more for topping
  • 2 tbsp pistachio butter or almond butter if you can’t find pistachio
  • Juice of ½ lemon about 1 tbsp

Instructions
 

Make the Crust

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. You’re looking for a soft, crumbly texture moist enough to press down but not sticky.
  • Grab your muffin tin and line it with 12 paper liners. (Pro tip: the cuter the liners, the more impressive your little cheesecakes will look. It’s science.)
  • Scoop about 1 tablespoon of crust mixture into each liner and press it down firmly with the back of your spoon or your fingers. You want a nice, even base that’ll hold up once the filling is added. Pop the tray into the fridge while you make the filling. Let those little crusts chill out for a bit.

Make the Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. This is your base, so don’t rush it you want it lump-free.
  • Add in the Greek yogurt, honey (or agave), vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), pistachio butter, and lemon juice. Beat again until everything’s fluffy and well combined.
  • Fold in the finely ground pistachios. These give the cheesecake its signature flavor and a bit of texture, which I personally love.

Assemble and Chill

  • Pull the crusts out of the fridge and evenly spoon the pistachio filling into each cup. Smooth out the tops with a spoon or small spatula. Don’t worry if they’re not perfect these have a rustic charm that makes them all the more lovable.
  • Cover the muffin tin (plastic wrap or a large container lid works great) and pop it back in the fridge. Chill for at least 4 hours, or even better, overnight. They’ll set up beautifully and taste even more amazing the next day.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Once they’re firm and ready to go, carefully remove the cheesecakes from the muffin tin and peel off the liners.
  • Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios on top. Want to make them extra adorable? Add a fresh raspberry or a tiny dollop of Greek yogurt. Or both. Because why not?