Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Baklava and the creamy texture of cheesecake with this stunning Baklava Pistachio Cheesecake. This dessert is a delightful fusion that will impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Phyllo Dough
- 1 cup Pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 cup Butter, melted
- 16 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 3 Eggs
- 1 cup Honey
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt about 1 cup of butter in a small saucepan. Lay out your phyllo dough and brush the top layer with melted butter. Layer 5 sheets on top of each other, brushing each sheet with butter.
- Chop 1 cup of pistachios and mix them with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and a pinch of cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the layered phyllo dough.
- Repeat the process of layering phyllo and brushing with butter until you have used about half of the phyllo dough.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together 16 oz of cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Add in 3 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the phyllo and pistachio layer in your greased springform pan. Spread it evenly.
- Use the remaining phyllo dough to cover the cheesecake filling in the same buttering and layering method as before, ensuring to brush each layer with butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- While the cheesecake cools, make a simple syrup by combining 1 cup of honey and 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer and stir until the honey dissolves. Pour this over the cheesecake once it’s cooled.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. When ready to serve, garnish with chopped pistachios and a drizzle of honey.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Phyllo dough can dry out quickly, so keep it covered with a damp cloth while working with it. For a lighter option, consider using Neufchâtel cheese or a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.