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Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake

Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake
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Indulge in the delightful fusion of textures and flavors with this Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake. Combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet, crunchy elements of baklava, this dessert is a true showstopper for any occasion. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy night in, each slice offers a heavenly taste experience that will leave your friends and family asking for more. The layers of honey, nuts, and creamy cheese create an irresistible treat that you’ll want to enjoy time and again.

Ingredients

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  • 10 sheets phyllo pastry
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup roasted walnuts
  • 1 cup roasted almonds
  • 500g cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 250g strained Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a springform pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Brush phyllo sheets with melted butter and layer them in the springform pan; bake for about 12 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a food processor, combine walnuts, almonds, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly; mix with melted butter.
  4. For the filling, blend cream cheese, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, lemon zest and juice, cornstarch until smooth; add eggs one by one.
  5. Pour the cream mixture over the nut layer and bake for approximately 45 minutes until golden on top.
  6. Cool completely at room temperature before drizzling with honey mixed with lemon juice and rosewater; top with chopped pistachios.

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