Irresistible Baklava Pistachio Cheesecake in 7 Simple Steps
A rich and creamy pistachio cheesecake layered with crispy baklava, combining the best of both desserts in one indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g graham cracker crumbs
- 100g melted butter
- 500g cream cheese, softened
- 150g granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 100g pistachios, finely chopped
- 200g phyllo dough
- 50g honey
- 30g melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and chopped pistachios.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust.
- Layer phyllo dough sheets on top, brushing each with melted butter.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until set. Let cool, then drizzle with honey.
Notes
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Use a sharp knife to cut through the phyllo layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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