Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake. This exquisite dessert combines the flaky texture of phyllo pastry, the richness of cream cheese, and a luscious honey syrup, creating a truly unique experience. Each bite reveals layers of nutty pistachios and the sweetness of honey, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration or a special treat for yourself. Easy to make yet elegant in presentation, this cheesecake is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
- Phyllo dough
- Unsalted butter
- Shelled pistachios
- Cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Sour cream
- Honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9" springform pan by lining it.
- Simmer honey, water, sugar, lemon juice, and optional orange blossom water in a saucepan until thickened; let cool.
- Layer 10-12 sheets of buttered phyllo in the springform pan, adding half of the pistachios and some sugar between layers.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth; add eggs one by one, followed by vanilla and sour cream. Pour over the phyllo layer.
- Top with another set of buttered phyllo sheets and seal edges before baking for 60–70 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before drizzling with honey syrup and garnishing with remaining pistachios.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg