Immerse yourself in a luxurious dessert that marries the crisp, nutty layers of traditional Baklava with the creamy richness of classic cheesecake. This recipe promises a grand finale to any meal.
Nutty Pistachio Layer Ingredients:
- 120g pistachios, half finely chopped, half ground
- 4 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Luscious Cheesecake Mixture Ingredients:
- 750g quark cheese, 20% fat, strained
- 4 eggs, medium-sized
- 160g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence
- 100g butter, liquefied
- 150ml heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fine cornflour
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- A generous teaspoon of all-purpose flour
Crispy Phyllo Assembly Ingredients:
- 12 sheets of phyllo dough
- Melted butter for brushing
Sweet Syrup Topping Ingredients:
- 80g granulated sugar
- 80ml clear water
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Culinary Process:
- Heat your oven to a cozy 180°C (356°F). Prepare your round baking tin by generously applying melted butter.
- Layer two phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter, and repeat until you have six layers. Bake them briefly for 5 minutes to set.
- Prepare the pistachio blend by combining the nuts with powdered sugar and butter, then spread over the pre-baked phyllo, pressing down gently.
- For the cheesecake batter, whip eggs and sugar to a creamy consistency. Mix in butter, cornflour, and cream thoroughly. Then, blend in quark cheese, vanilla, sour cream, and flour until smooth.
- Pour this cheesecake mixture over the nut layer. Cut the remaining 6 phyllo sheets to fit the tin, brush them with butter, and place them atop the cheesecake batter.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes until the cheesecake is set and golden. Chill overnight in the refrigerator.
- For the syrup, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice in a pot, boiling until sugar dissolves. Once cooled, pour over the cheesecake.
Indulge in this divine Fusion Baklava Cheesecake, a perfect blend of East meets West, and let each slice take you on a gastronomical journey.
