Baklava Pistachio Cheesecake: The Indulgent Twist You Need
A rich and indulgent dessert that combines the flavors of traditional baklava with a creamy cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 70 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 cup of finely chopped pistachios. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and ricotta until smooth. Add sugar and mix well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract, honey, and ground cinnamon; mix until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- Serve with a drizzle of honey on top for added sweetness.
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg