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Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake

A decadent cheesecake combining creamy filling with crisp baklava layers, honey, and pistachios — perfect for holidays or special occasions.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cheesecake, Dessert, Holiday Dessert
Cuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 sheets filo dough
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios for topping

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Layer 3 sheets of filo in pan, brushing each with melted butter and sprinkling pistachios and sugar. Repeat with remaining 3 sheets. Bake 10 minutes until golden.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream. Mix well.
  4. Pour filling over baked filo base and smooth top.
  5. Bake 35–40 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool completely.
  6. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Drizzle honey, sprinkle chopped pistachios, and optional filo flakes. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Keep filo covered to prevent drying. Slight jiggle in center is perfect; it sets as it chills.