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Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars

Decadent Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars You’ll Love

Indulge in these Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars, a delightful twist on a classic dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs or almond flour for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup butter or coconut oil for dairy-free alternative
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat recommended
  • 1/3 cup honey or agave nectar for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar adjust based on taste preference
  • 1/2 cup roasted pistachios or walnuts/almonds as substitutes
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla is recommended
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan version
  • 1/4 tsp salt balances sweetness

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, press into the bottom of a lined baking pan, bake for about 10 minutes, let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add Greek yogurt, honey, and powdered sugar, blend until no lumps remain.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mix well after each addition, stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in chopped roasted pistachios, pour over cooled crust.
  5. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for around 30 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
  6. Cool at room temperature for an hour, refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours.
  7. Lift cheesecake using parchment paper, slice into bars, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Do not overbake.

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