Description
Creamy cheesecake layered with buttery phyllo, spiced nuts, and honey drizzle. This Baklava Bliss Cheesecake is a rich, elegant dessert that blends the best of both worlds.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp honey
24 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios
1 tsp ground cinnamon
4 sheets phyllo dough, lightly buttered
1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham crumbs, butter, and honey; press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes and cool.
2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and Greek yogurt. Pour over cooled crust.
3. Brush phyllo sheets with butter and layer over filling, sprinkling the nut-cinnamon mix between each sheet. Save some nuts for garnish.
4. Bake 50–55 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in center. Cool, then chill for 4 hours or overnight.
5. Drizzle with warm honey and sprinkle remaining nuts before serving.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
Keep phyllo covered while assembling to prevent drying.
Add orange zest or a dash of cardamom for flavor depth.
Store in the fridge up to 5 days; best served cold.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion