Baklava Cheesecake Bars | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, and almonds), finely chopped
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 8 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
• 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for stability)
• 1/2 cup (120ml) honey
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cinnamon stick