Cheesecake Baklava

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Indulge in this rich and decadent Cheesecake Baklava
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs cream cheese , room temperature
1 cup greek thyme honey
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons vanilla
6 eggs , room temperature
1/3 cup butter , melted
1 lb phyllo pastry
1/2 cup walnuts
1/3 cup almonds , blanched
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup butter , melted
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon brandy ( optional , but good )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
460
Sugar
32g
Fat
34g
Cheesecake Baklava is a delightful fusion of Greek and Middle Eastern flavors. Combining two classic desserts - cheesecake and baklava - it is the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and crunchy. The cream cheese filling is flavored with thyme honey and lemon juice, and baked between layers of buttery phyllo pastry and nut mixture. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet end to a delicious meal. Serve it at your next dinner party and your guests are sure to be impressed!

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
2.Add in honey, lemon juice, vanilla, and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with melted butter.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together walnuts, almonds, sugar, and cinnamon.
5.Lay out phyllo pastry and brush each sheet with melted butter.
6.Place half of the phyllo sheets into the prepared baking pan.
7.Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over phyllo sheets.
8.Sprinkle nut mixture over cream cheese mixture.
9.Add remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with melted butter as before.
10.Cut unbaked baklava into diamond or square shapes.
11.Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

This dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the flaky texture of baklava.

A unique and indulgent treat that is sure to impress your guests.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and fat, should be enjoyed in moderation.

It requires some effort and patience to make, but the end result is worth it!

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert should be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Walnuts and almonds provide healthy fats and protein, and honey is a natural sweetener. However, this dessert is still high in calories and sugar.

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