Halvah Filo Cheesecake (Jewish)

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 3
Indulge in the rich and unique flavors of Halvah Filo Cheesecake (Jewish)
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 phyllo pastry sheets
1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted
1 1/2 lbs cream cheese , room temperature
4 eggs
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon sesame seed oil
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup pistachio nut , coarsely chopped ( optional )
1/4 cup halvah , vanilla , coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons honey , to taste
1/4 cup sesame seeds , lightly toasted
1/2 cup pistachio nut , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
600
Sugar
29g
Fat
37g
Halvah Filo Cheesecake is a unique twist on a classic dessert. The combination of the creamy cheesecake filling with halvah and pistachios provides an indulgent and flavorful treat. Halvah is a popular Middle Eastern candy and is made by mixing tahini with sugar syrup until it forms a fudge-like consistency. This addition to the cheesecake provides an interesting texture and sweet taste. Pistachio nuts give a pleasant crunch and add to the already existing flavor. The use of phyllo pastry sheets is a wonderful innovation to create a crispy and flaky crust. Serve this dessert at your next dinner party and impress your friends with your culinary skills!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2.Brush the phyllo sheets with melted butter, stacking them one on top of the other in a 9-inch springform pan.
3.In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, egg yolk, vanilla extract, sesame seed oil, yogurt, honey, sugar, and flour. Mix until smooth.
4.Stir in the pistachio nuts and halvah.
5.Pour the cheesecake mixture into the phyllo-lined pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes.
6.Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
7.Drizzle honey and sprinkle sesame seeds and pistachio nuts over the top before serving.

PROS

The unique combination of halvah and pistachio provides an interesting, delicious flavor to this cheesecake.

It is easy to make and is a great option for those who love cheesecake with a twist.

CONS

The phyllo pastry sheets can be slightly tricky to work with, but once the layers are stacked correctly, they create a mouth-watering effect.
The cheesecake is relatively high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cheesecake is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.
Halvah is a good source of healthy fats and is rich in minerals like magnesium and iron, which are important for overall health.

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