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Honey Lavender Cheesecake

350kcal
Prep 30 minutes
Cook 1 hour
Total 1 hour 30 minutes
A creamy and fragrant cheesecake infused with honey and lavender, perfect for a sophisticated dessert.
Servings 8 servings
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs finely crushed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup honey preferably raw
  • 1/2 cup sour cream room temperature
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender crushed
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour sifted
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup honey for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender for garnish

Method

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
  3. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
  4. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
  5. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
Make the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually add the honey while continuing to mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the crushed lavender and sifted flour using a rubber spatula until just combined.
  6. Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with the spatula.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  2. Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
  3. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve the Cheesecake
  1. Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
  2. Drizzle the top with honey and sprinkle with dried lavender for garnish.
  3. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your delightful Honey Lavender Cheesecake!

Nutrition

Serving1sliceCalories350kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein6gFat20gSaturated Fat12gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat7gCholesterol80mgSodium200mgPotassium150mgFiber1gSugar25gVitamin A800IUVitamin C1mgCalcium80mgIron1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This helps achieve a smooth filling without lumps.

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