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Baklava Cheesecake
A creamy cheesecake with baklava notes, featuring a crunchy filo pastry base, toasted walnuts and pistachios, scented with orange blossom water and glazed with a honey‑orange syrup. An elegant dessert that marries the sweetness of cheesecake with the richness of Middle Eastern pastries.
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Critical Success Points
- • Prepare the filo base by correctly layering the sheets and butter
- • Beat the cream cheese filling until smooth
- • Bake the cheesecake at 160°C for 1h15 without opening the oven
- • Achieve the right syrup consistency (thick but pourable)
- • Unmold the cake without breaking it
Safety Warnings
- • Handle the hot oven and melted butter with care to avoid burns.
- • The syrup containing honey reaches high temperatures; avoid splatters.
- • Use a sharp knife for the vanilla bean to prevent cuts.
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