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oney Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake

Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake

This Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with crunchy baklava layers, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar can substitute with sugar alternative
  • 3 large Eggs or vegan egg alternative
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract can substitute with lemon juice
For the Baklava Layers
  • 8 oz Phyllo Dough keep covered with a damp cloth
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted, or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 cups Pistachios chopped, can substitute walnuts or almonds
For the Honey Syrup
  • 1 cup Honey or maple syrup as a vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice consider adding rosewater

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Springform Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cheesecake filling by softening the cream cheese and beating it with sugar until smooth. Gradually add eggs and mix in vanilla.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the springform pan with melted butter. Layer phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter and sprinkling pistachios between layers.
  3. Pour the cheesecake filling over the baklava layers, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  4. Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cover with foil halfway through to prevent over-browning.
  5. Cool the cheesecake at room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Prepare the honey syrup by heating honey, water, and lemon juice until the sugar dissolves and thickens.
  7. Once chilled, release the cheesecake from the pan, drizzle with honey syrup, and garnish with crushed pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

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