Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake with Crispy Golden Phyllo Layers—a delightful fusion dessert that perfectly balances creamy cheesecake and the crunchy texture of traditional baklava. This cake is a showstopper for gatherings, holidays, or a sweet treat at home. The rich pistachio filling, paired with a honey syrup drizzle and crispy phyllo topping, creates an unforgettable dessert experience that will leave your guests in awe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup finely ground pistachios
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- ¾ cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter; press into a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add remaining sugar, eggs one at a time, vanilla, sour cream, ground pistachios, and flour.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool.
- Layer phyllo sheets with melted butter and pistachios; bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown.
- Prepare honey syrup by simmering honey, sugar, water, and lemon juice for about 5 minutes.
- Top the cooled cheesecake with baked phyllo layers and drizzle with warm honey syrup before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg