Description
These elegant Pistachio & Raspberry Cheesecake Domes are a stunning no-bake dessert that blends creamy pistachio cheesecake with a tart raspberry center, finished with a glossy green mirror glaze. With layers of flavor and texture, and a beautiful dome shape, they’re perfect for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you want to impress.
Ingredients
For the Pistachio Cheesecake:
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8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup pistachio paste
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½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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¼ cup heavy cream, whipped
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1 teaspoon gelatin powder
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2 tablespoons cold water
For the Raspberry Center:
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½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon water
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1 teaspoon gelatin powder
For the Green Mirror Glaze:
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½ cup water
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½ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup sweetened condensed milk
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½ cup melted white chocolate
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2 teaspoons gelatin powder
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Green gel food coloring
For Decoration:
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Edible gold leaf
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Crushed pistachios
Instructions
Make the Raspberry Center:
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Combine raspberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the raspberries break down.
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Strain to remove seeds if desired.
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Stir in gelatin powder until dissolved.
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Pour into small silicone molds (smaller than the cheesecake mold) and freeze until solid.
Make the Pistachio Cheesecake:
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In a small bowl, bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes, then microwave briefly to dissolve.
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In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, pistachio paste, and vanilla until smooth.
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Stir in the gelatin, then fold in whipped cream until well combined.
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Fill silicone dome molds halfway with pistachio cheesecake mixture.
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Press a frozen raspberry center into each dome, then cover with more cheesecake mixture.
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Smooth the tops and freeze domes for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
Make the Mirror Glaze:
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In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk. Heat until steaming but not boiling.
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Add bloomed gelatin and stir until dissolved.
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Pour hot mixture over melted white chocolate and let sit 1 minute, then blend until smooth.
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Add green gel coloring to desired shade. Let glaze cool to about 90°F (32°C) before pouring.
Glaze & Decorate:
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Remove domes from molds and place on a wire rack over a tray.
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Pour the glaze evenly over each dome. Let excess drip off.
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Transfer domes to serving plates. Garnish with crushed pistachios and edible gold leaf.
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Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
Pistachio paste can be homemade or store-bought; ensure it’s smooth and unsweetened.
Use high-quality white chocolate for best glaze results.
Domes can be made ahead and stored in the freezer; glaze just before serving.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Freezing
- Cuisine: French-Inspired