Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake Recipe – A Luxurious Fusion Dessert

Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake Recipe – A Luxurious Fusion Dessert

Summary

Indulge in the best of both worlds with this Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake – a delightful combination of crispy, honey-soaked phyllo layers and creamy, nutty cheesecake. This dessert is perfect for special occasions, offering an exquisite balance of textures and flavors. The buttery phyllo crust, rich cheesecake filling, and crunchy pistachio topping make this a showstopper that will impress every guest at your table.

Prep Time, Cook Time & Servings

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
• Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
• Servings: 12 slices
• Calories per serving: Approx. 450 kcal

Course & Cuisine

• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: Fusion, Mediterranean

Ingredients

For the Phyllo Crust

• 10 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup finely chopped pistachios
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 24 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup finely chopped pistachios

For the Baklava Topping

• 1 cup coarsely chopped pistachios
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Honey Syrup

• ½ cup honey
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp cinnamon

Equipment

• 9-inch springform pan
• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Pastry brush
• Small saucepan
• Cooling rack

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Phyllo Crust

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Layer one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, brushing it with melted butter. Repeat this process with all 10 sheets, slightly offsetting each layer.
3. Sprinkle the sugar and finely chopped pistachios between a few layers for extra flavor.
4. Bake the phyllo crust for 10 minutes or until golden. Let cool.