Description
Feta Cheesecake is a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining creamy feta with the sweetness of honey for a unique flavor experience. This show-stopping cheesecake balances savory and sweet elements, making it perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home. With its buttery graham cracker crust and velvety filling, every bite is an adventure that will leave your guests guessing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- In a large bowl, beat together crumbled feta and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in honey.
- Add eggs one at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition. Stir in lemon zest.
- Pour filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and let cheesecake cool inside for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg