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Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars

Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars: A Delicious Twist

Indulge in Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars, a creamy and nutty dessert that balances sweetness and tanginess. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat preferred
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 3 Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Pistachios chopped
Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs or almond flour for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, add softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
  5. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
  6. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Cool for 30 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  8. Slice into bars and garnish with chopped pistachios or honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother filling. Watch the baking time to prevent overbaking and cracking.

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