Description
A decadent fusion dessert combining the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the nutty, honey-soaked layers of traditional baklava.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup pistachios, and melted butter; press into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Blend in sour cream and flour.
- Pour half the cheesecake batter over crust. Sprinkle with walnuts, cinnamon, and drizzle with half the honey. Top with remaining batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until center is set. Cool in oven with door ajar, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, garnish with chopped pistachios and drizzle with remaining honey.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.