Description
Baklava Pistachio Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the exquisite flavors of Middle Eastern baklava. This unique treat features a buttery pistachio shortbread crust layered with a honey-infused cheesecake filling, topped off with crispy baklava for an added crunch. Perfect for celebrations or cozy family gatherings, this dessert will not only impress your guests but also leave them wanting more. With its stunning presentation and incredible taste, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (95 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (120 grams) chopped pistachios
- 14 oz (400 grams) store-bought filo (phyllo) dough
- 1 cup (120 grams) finely chopped pistachios
- 1/3 cup (75 grams) butter, melted and cooled
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) white sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) water
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) honey
- 24 ounces (675 grams) cream cheese
- 1/3 cup (125 grams) honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream, 15-20% fat
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt until creamy. Gradually add flour and chopped pistachios; blend until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into a springform pan and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- For the baklava topping, layer filo dough on a baking sheet, brushing with melted butter between layers. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and sugar after several layers; bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add honey, eggs, sour cream, and salt; mix well and pour over the cooled crust.
- Break the baked baklava into pieces and sprinkle over the cheesecake filling. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg