Galaktoboureko Cheesecake Bars
A Greek-inspired dessert featuring a creamy cheesecake filling wrapped in flaky phyllo pastry, just like the traditional galaktoboureko.
Ingredients
- ●8 ounces mellow cream cheese
- ●1 package (usually 16-20 sheets) tender phyllo doughthawed according to package instructions
- ●1 cup sugar
- ●2 large eggs
- ●1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ●2 tablespoons galaktoboureko syrup (or honey)
- ●2 ripe bananas
- ●1/4 cup, melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- 3
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- 4
Arrange phyllo sheets on a flat surface, brushing with melted butter between each layer.
- 5
Cut phyllo into desired bar size and spoon a dollop of cheesecake mixture onto the center of each sheet.
- 6
Fold the phyllo in half to enclose the filling, pressing edges to seal.
- 7
Place bars on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8
While bars are baking, prepare a syrup by mixing galaktoboureko syrup and water in a small bowl.
- 9
Remove bars from oven and brush with syrup while still warm.
- 10
Serve warm with sliced bananas on top.