Greek Honey Pistachio Cheesecake Bars
Delicious cheesecake bars with a creamy filling and a crunchy pistachio topping, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 285 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- Combine the crushed graham crackers with the melted butter, then press this mixture into the prepared pan.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add Greek yogurt and honey, mixing until velvety.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly. Fold in vanilla, chopped pistachios, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the creamy filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the center is set with a slight jiggle and the edges are golden.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an enhanced experience. Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for a week or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg