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Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake

Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake
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Indulge your senses with the Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake, a remarkable fusion of creamy cheesecake and nutty baklava. This delightful dessert features layers of flaky phyllo pastry, a rich nut mixture, and a velvety cheesecake filling topped with a luscious honey and pistachio glaze. Perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet cravings. With its beautiful presentation and harmonious flavors, it’s a dessert that promises to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 10 sheets of phyllo pastry (thawed)
  • Approx. 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup roasted walnuts
  • 1 cup roasted almonds
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. melted butter
  • 500g cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. corn starch
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 250g strained Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted), coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • More honey for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8 to 10-inch springform pan by lining the base with parchment paper.
  2. Layer phyllo pastry sheets in the pan, brushing each with melted butter. Bake for 12 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a food processor, pulse walnuts, almonds, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly. Combine with melted butter and spread over the baked phyllo.
  4. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, lemon juice, cornstarch, and eggs until smooth. Stir in Greek yogurt and pour over the nut layer.
  5. Bake for about 45 minutes until golden. Let cool in the oven to prevent cracks.
  6. Once cooled, drizzle with honey mixed with lemon juice and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.

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