Manouri Cheesecake With Wine Poached Peaches and Phyllo Cigars

PROS

This dessert is perfect for special occasions and will impress any guest with its complex flavors and textures.
The cheesecake is creamy and tangy, while the poached peaches provide a sweet and fruity contrast.
The phyllo cigars are flaky and buttery, making them the perfect crunchy addition to the dessert.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories, sugar, and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It also requires some advanced preparation and cooking skills, so it may not be suitable for beginner cooks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, the peaches provide a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. The manouri cheese is lower in fat and calories than many other cheeses, and it contains calcium and protein. However, it should still be consumed in moderation due to its high sodium content. The figs and cinnamon are also rich in antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation and support overall health.

	2 tablespoons butter , melted
	5 ounces graham crackers
	4 cups manouri cheese
	6 whole eggs
	16 ounces cream cheese
	2 cups sugar
	2 tablespoons vanilla
	3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
	1 pinch salt
	1/4 cup orange liqueur
	5 fresh peaches , peeled , pitted and halved
	15 greek dried figs
	1/4 cup sugar
	1/2 cinnamon stick
	2 whole black peppercorns
	2 cups greek sweet wine , such as Mavrodaphne
	2 sheets country-style phyllo dough
	4 tablespoons walnuts , ground
	4 tablespoons sesame seeds , ground
	4 tablespoons sugar
	1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon , ground
	1/2 cup butter , melted

1.	For the cheesecake:
2.	Preheat the oven to 300°F and butter a 10” springform pan.
3.	In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers until they are fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse until combined.
4.	Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan, then bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Let cool completely.
5.	In a large bowl, beat the manouri cheese, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth.
6.	Add the eggs, vanilla, lemon juice, salt, and orange liqueur and beat until well combined.
7.	Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
8.	Let cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
9.	For the wine poached peaches:
10.	In a large saucepan, combine the peaches, figs, sugar, cinnamon stick, and peppercorns.
11.	Pour in the wine and enough water to cover the fruit.
12.	Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the peaches are tender.
13.	Remove the fruit with a slotted spoon and reduce the poaching liquid by half.
14.	Serve the peaches with the reduced poaching liquid over the cheesecake.
15.	For the phyllo cigars:
16.	Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
17.	Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface and brush it with melted butter.
18.	Sprinkle with ground walnuts, sesame seeds, sugar, and cinnamon.
19.	Repeat with the second sheet of phyllo, then cut both sheets into 12 rectangles.
20.	Roll each rectangle into a cigar shape and place on the prepared baking sheet.
21.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve alongside the cheesecake and poached peaches.

Manouri Cheesecake With Wine Poached Peaches and Phyllo Cigars

Manouri Cheesecake With Wine Poached Peaches and Phyllo Cigars, a decadent dessert for any occasion

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