Description
Elevate your dessert game with this Pistachio and Honey Cheesecake with Baklava Crust. This recipe combines the rich, nutty flavors of baklava with the creamy indulgence of cheesecake, all topped with a honey-pistachio glaze. It’s the perfect showstopper for any special occasion or to simply treat yourself.
Ingredients
For the Baklava Crust:
- 10 phyllo pastry sheets
- 1 cup roasted walnuts
- 1 cup roasted almonds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted (plus 2 tablespoons for the nut mixture)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 blocks (500g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
For the Topping:
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Splash of rosewater (optional)
For Garnish:
- Drizzle of honey
- Additional chopped pistachios
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern Fusion