Irresistible Baklava Cheesecake Phyllo Cookies with Honey Drizzle Recipe
These Irresistible Baklava Cheesecake Phyllo Cookies combine the flaky, buttery layers of traditional baklava with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with a luscious honey drizzle. A delightful fusion dessert perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Dough
- 1 package phyllo dough (about 1 pound)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup crushed walnuts or pistachios
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar (can substitute with honey)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the cookies evenly.
- Prepare Butter and Phyllo: Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly so it doesn’t tear the delicate phyllo dough.
- Layer Phyllo Dough: Unroll the phyllo dough sheets carefully and place one sheet on a baking sheet. Brush it generously with melted butter. Repeat layering and brushing each sheet until you have several layers.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sugar (or honey), eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Cookies: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the layered phyllo dough. Sprinkle crushed walnuts or pistachios over the filling. Fold the edges of the phyllo over the filling to encase it.
- Cut and Bake: Using a knife, carefully cut the assembled dough into squares. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the phyllo turns golden brown and the filling is set.
- Drizzle Honey: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and drizzle warm honey evenly over the top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the phyllo dough stays covered with a damp towel while working to prevent it from drying out.
- You can substitute walnuts with pistachios for a more authentic baklava flavor.
- Use honey both in the filling and for drizzling to enhance sweetness naturally.
- For extra crunch, toast the nuts lightly before crushing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain crispness.
Keywords: Baklava, Cheesecake Cookies, Phyllo Dough, Honey Drizzle, Walnut Cookies, Mediterranean Dessert
