Description
Baklava Pistachio Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that beautifully blends the creamy richness of cheesecake with the nutty, sweet flavors of traditional Middle Eastern baklava. This stunning treat features a buttery pistachio shortbread crust, a luscious cream cheese filling, and a crunchy baklava topping that will leave your guests in awe. Perfect for any celebration or special gathering, this cheesecake not only looks impressive but is also surprisingly easy to make. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create an unforgettable dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (for crust and topping)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pistachios
- 14 oz store-bought phyllo dough
- 1 cup finely chopped pistachios (for topping)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup honey (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the crust, beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt. Gradually add flour and chopped pistachios until combined. Press into a greased springform pan.
- Bake crust for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- For the baklava topping, layer phyllo sheets on a baking sheet, brushing each with melted butter. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios mixed with sugar; drizzle with lemon juice, water, and honey. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese until smooth; add honey, eggs, sour cream, and salt until well combined.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and top with baked baklava pieces. Bake for an additional 40-45 minutes until set.
- Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg