Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars, where the velvety texture of the cheesecake meets the crunchy, nutty flavor of roasted pistachios. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet honey and tangy cream cheese, creating a delightful dessert experience that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup finely chopped pistachios
- Topping:
- ¼ cup honey for drizzling
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios gently into the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These cheesecake bars can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Substitutions: Use almond flour instead of graham cracker crumbs for a gluten-free crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 2x2 inches)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
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