Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, mix the finely chopped nuts, melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and honey until evenly combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Baking the crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for about 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool while you prepare the filling.
Making the filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until super smooth. Blend in the sugar until well combined, then add the eggs one at a time, allowing each to fully incorporate before adding the next. Stir in vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
Pour and bake
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust, smooth the top with a spatula, and bake for 1 hour until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
Cooling
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preparing the honey glaze
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, water, and lemon juice over medium heat until bubbling and slightly thickened. Let it cool before drizzling it over the cheesecake.
Serving
- Slice the cheesecake, drizzle with extra honey, and garnish with chopped nuts before serving.
Notes
For an authentic baklava feel, consider adding a layer of phyllo dough topped with butter before baking. Leftovers taste even better after a day in the fridge.