Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 Tablespoons white granulated sugar
- 8 Tablespoons cold salted butter, cubed
- ¼ cup finely chopped pistachios
- 6-8 Tablespoons ice water
For the filling:
- 1 cup lightly salted roasted pistachios
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl or food processor, combine flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Cut in cold cubed butter using a fork until the mixture has pea-sized chunks. If using a food processor, pulse for about 30 seconds. Add finely chopped pistachios. Gradually add ice water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, mixing until dough forms a ball but is not overworked. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the filling: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a blender or food processor, combine the pistachios with half a cup of sugar to prevent caking and pulse until finely ground. In a bowl, beat cream cheese with the remaining half cup of sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts plus the whole milk. Whisk in the ground pistachio mixture until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the pie: Roll out the chilled pie dough and transfer to a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp edges decoratively. Pour the pistachio filling into the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the outer 3 inches are set but the center remains slightly jiggly. This indicates it will finish setting while cooling.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours to chill thoroughly. Serve cold, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios.
Notes
- Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing the pie after baking is not recommended due to the dairy-based filling, which may affect texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
