Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Baklava Cheesecake, a dessert that beautifully marries the nutty richness of traditional baklava with the creamy texture of cheesecake. Perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to casual dinners—this dessert is as impressive as it is easy to make. The layers of flaky phyllo dough, complemented by a rich ricotta filling infused with orange zest and spices, create a unique flavor experience that will leave your guests craving more. Top it off with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of nuts for an unforgettable finish.
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Walnuts (chopped)
- Pistachios (chopped)
- Sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Phyllo dough
- Whole milk ricotta cheese
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Oranges (zested)
- Honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 10-inch springform pan with olive oil.
- In a bowl, combine chopped walnuts, pistachios, sugar, and cinnamon; set aside.
- Layer two sheets of phyllo in the pan, brushing each layer with olive oil. Repeat until all sheets are used, adding half of the nut mixture between layers.
- In a mixer, blend ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and half of the orange zest until fluffy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the crust and bake for 1 to 1.5 hours until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least six hours or overnight.
- Before serving, drizzle with warmed honey and garnish with remaining nuts and orange zest.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 85mg