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Sabrina Hermes

Irresistible Baklava Cheesecake Phyllo Cookies Delight!

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.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, almonds, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Set aside.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Place the filled phyllo pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

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.

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