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Pickle Cheesecake Recipe - Savory & Unique!

Pickle Cheesecake Recipe – Savory & Unique!


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  • Author: Patricia Jannet
  • Total Time: 385
  • Yield: 12 slices (12 servings) — one 9-inch cheesecake cut into 12 generous slices 1x

Description

Easy Pickle Cheesecake Recipe – A Unique Flavor Twist is a tangy baked dessert with a pretzel crust, creamy filling, and clean chilled slices. Makes 12 slices in PT6H25M with 11 grocery ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 packages (24 ounces total) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
  • Sliced pickles for garnish

Instructions

  1. Crush pretzels finely, mix with sugar and melted butter, then press firmly into the pan before baking for 10 minutes.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then blend in sour cream and sugar until the filling looks glossy and lump-free.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition so the custard stays creamy instead of airy.
  4. Fold in vanilla, dill pickle juice, and chopped pickles, then pour over the cooled crust and bake for 55 minutes.
  5. Cool slowly, chill for at least 4 hours, and garnish with sliced pickles just before serving.

Notes

  • Fridge: Cover the whole cheesecake or individual slices and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Keep garnish slices separate when possible, because extra surface moisture can soften the top and dull the clean presentation.
  • Freezer: Chill fully first, then wrap slices in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge so the filling relaxes slowly and the crust keeps better texture.
  • Oven reheat: This dessert is best served chilled, so use the oven only to refresh a plain crust crumb topping separately for 3 minutes. Heating a finished slice can make the filling loosen.
  • Microwave reheat: Skip heating the cheesecake itself. If a slice is too firm, let it stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. Gentle standing preserves the creamy set better than direct heat.
  • Air fryer reheat: Do not air fry finished slices. The moving heat can dry the edges and melt the center. If you want crunch, toast a spoonful of extra pretzel crumbs for 2 minutes and sprinkle lightly.
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 65
  • Category: Desserts & Sweets

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slices
  • Calories: 420 calories
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 29g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 118mg