Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 cup finely ground walnuts
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
For the baklava layer:
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the syrup:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For garnish:
- Whole walnuts
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Crust: Begin by combining the ground walnuts, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form your crust.
- Cheesecake: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour this creamy mixture over your prepared crust.
- Baklava Layer: Carefully layer the phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter. Sprinkle the top with a mixture of chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, and sugar. Cut into desired shapes and place atop the cheesecake layer.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 325°F and bake for about 60 minutes. The anticipation will be palpable, but patience is key!
- Syrup: While the cheesecake cools, prepare the syrup by boiling honey, water, sugar, and lemon juice. Let it cool slightly before drizzling over the cheesecake.
- Garnish: Add the finishing touches with whole walnuts and fresh mint leaves, making your Baklava Cheesecake not only delicious but a feast for the eyes.
Notes
- Ensure your ingredients, especially the cream cheese and eggs, are at room temperature before starting. This ensures a smoother cheesecake mixture.
- When working with phyllo dough, keep the sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
- For a deeper flavor, consider toasting the walnuts before using them in the recipe.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg