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Lavender Honey Cheesecake

Lavender Honey Cheesecake: Creamy Bliss in Every Bite

Experience the enchanting flavors of Lavender Honey Cheesecake, a no-bake dessert that combines floral notes and sweet honey in a creamy, irresistible filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Crushed Shortbread Cookies Graham crackers also work well as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cups Butter (melted) Helps bind the cookies together.
For the Filling
  • 3 tablespoons Dried Culinary Lavender Ensure it's safe for consumption.
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Essential for steeping lavender.
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) Creates a rich and creamy texture.
  • 0.5 cups Honey (or Maple Syrup) Natural sweetener; opt for maple for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Whipped to airy perfection.
For Garnishing
  • Lavender Sugar (optional) Adds a touch of elegance.
  • Fresh Mint Leaves (optional) Brightens the dish visually.

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lavender Honey Cheesecake
  1. Begin by boiling 1 cup of water in a small saucepan. Add 3 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender, steep for 15 minutes, then strain and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of crushed shortbread cookies with 0.5 cups of melted butter and 1 tablespoon of strained lavender water. Mix, transfer to a greased springform pan, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese with 0.5 cups of honey until smooth. Gradually mix in the cooled lavender-infused water.
  4. Whip 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then fold gently into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Pour the creamy filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  6. Release the cheesecake from the pan, garnish with lavender sugar and fresh mint leaves, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, always use softened cream cheese. Ensure the heavy cream reaches stiff peaks for light and fluffy filling. Allow to chill overnight for optimal flavor.

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