Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and flaky baklava in this irresistible baklava cheesecake. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups phyllo dough
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup mixed chopped nuts (walnuts, pistachios)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Topping:
- ¾ cup honey
- ½ cup chopped nuts
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the Crust: Layer phyllo dough in a greased springform pan, brushing with melted butter. Add chopped nuts and sugar, then layer more phyllo on top. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, eggs (one at a time), and Greek yogurt until combined.
- Combine: Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55-65 minutes until set. Cool in the oven for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Add Topping: Mix honey, nuts, and cinnamon. Spread over chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
- For best results, chill the cheesecake overnight.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts or add fruit for garnish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g