Cheese Baklava
If you’re craving a quick and delightful dessert, try this cheese baklava recipe. This fusion baklava recipe combines the flaky, nutty layers of traditional baklava with the creamy richness of cheese. Thin phyllo sheets are layered with nuts and syrup with a twist, adding melty cheese in the middle to create a perfect balance of crunchy, gooey, and sweet. It’s an inventive, easy-to-make dessert that’s sure to impress.
How to Make
- 1.
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Prepare the Phyllo Base
Lay out a sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted butter. Repeat with three more sheets, stacking them on top of each other.
- 3.
Add the Cheese Layer and Top with Phyllo
Spread a layer of crumbled feta cheese and shredded mozzarella evenly over the phyllo stack. Layer four more sheets of phyllo on top, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you go.
- 4.
Cut and Bake
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into squares or diamonds. Bake in the preheated oven for about 4 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden and crispy.
- 5.
Add Honey, Nuts, and Serve
Remove from the oven, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with crushed pistachios or walnuts if desired. Enjoy this cheesy twist on traditional baklava while it’s warm!
Fun Facts About Cheese Baklava Recipe
- Cheese baklava is a modern twist on a traditional Middle Eastern dessert that combines the classic nutty, flaky layers with creamy, melty cheese.
- Unlike traditional baklava, which takes hours to prepare, cheese baklava can be ready in under 10 minutes of prep.