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Indulgent Baklava Cheesecake Recipe for Home Cooks

Layers of creamy cheesecake blend beautifully with flaky baklava, creating a rich, nutty dessert that’s ideal for celebrations and special occasions.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups crushed phyllo dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup walnuts finely chopped
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup water

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the phyllo crust by mixing the crushed phyllo with melted butter and walnuts.
  3. Press the phyllo mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
  4. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, vanilla, and honey.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Lastly, mix in cinnamon and pour the batter over the phyllo crust.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the center is set.
  8. While baking, make the baklava syrup by combining sugar, water, and honey in a pot over medium heat.
  9. Reduce the heat, add cinnamon, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  10. Let the cheesecake cool before drizzling with syrup.
  11. Serve chilled with a sprinkle of crushed walnuts, if desired.