A delightful fusion of baklava and cheesecake, these phyllo cookies are filled with a nut mixture and topped with a creamy cheesecake filling and a honey drizzle.
Author:Sabrina Hermes
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup phyllo dough, thawed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1/2 cup almonds, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup granulated sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, almonds, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Set aside.
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it lightly with melted butter. Repeat this process with 4 more sheets, layering them on top of each other.
Cut the layered phyllo into squares, about 3 inches by 3 inches. Place a teaspoon of the nut mixture in the center of each square. Fold the corners over the filling to create a pocket and brush the top with more melted butter.
Place the filled phyllo pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
While the cookies are baking, prepare the cheesecake filling. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the Greek yogurt until well combined.
In a small saucepan, combine honey, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Once the phyllo cookies are done baking, let them cool slightly. Serve them warm or at room temperature with a dollop of the cheesecake filling and a drizzle of the honey syrup.
Notes
For a nut-free version, substitute the nuts with crushed graham crackers.
You can also add a sprinkle of chopped pistachios on top for added flavor and color.