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BAKLAVA PISTACHIO CHEESECAKE: A Decadent Delight Awaits!

BAKLAVA PISTACHIO CHEESECAKE
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A luxurious and decadent Baklava Pistachio Cheesecake with a creamy filling, nutty flavors, and a crispy phyllo topping, perfect for dessert lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups crushed digestive or tea biscuits
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pistachios
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 450g cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6–8 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp orange blossom water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line an 8-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix biscuit crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into the base. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  3. Combine chopped pistachios, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Spread evenly over the crust.
  4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla. Pour over the pistachio layer.
  5. Bake for 40–45 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Layer phyllo sheets on top one by one, brushing each with melted butter. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until crisp and golden.
  7. In a small saucepan, heat honey, water, lemon juice, and orange blossom water. Simmer for 5 minutes. Pour the syrup over warm phyllo and garnish with pistachios.

Notes

  • Serve chilled with extra drizzle of warm honey.
  • Pair with mint tea or Arabic coffee.
  • Top with fresh raspberries for color and tang.
  • Use roasted pistachios for deeper flavor.
  • Keep phyllo covered with a damp towel while working to prevent drying.
  • Best served the next day when flavors are fully set.

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Find it online: https://www.homeydishes.com/baklava-pistachio-cheesecake-recipe/