Indulge in the delicate flavors of lemon and lavender with this exquisite Lemon Lavender Cheesecake, topped with a sweet honey drizzle and edible honeycomb pieces. A perfect blend of floral and citrus notes in a creamy, decadent dessert.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour
Total Time:6 hours (including chilling)
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust:
1 1/2cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4cup granulated sugar
1/4cup sour cream
1/4cup heavy cream
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon culinary lavender, finely ground or crushed
Topping:
1/3cup honey
edible honeycomb pieces
fresh lavender sprigs or lemon zest curls for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, sour cream, heavy cream, and flour. Mix in eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and lavender. Pour over crust.
Bake: Bake for 55-65 minutes until set. Cool in the oven, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Final touches: Drizzle with honey, add honeycomb pieces, and garnish with lavender or lemon zest. Serve chilled.
Notes
Use culinary-grade lavender for best results
Strain the filling for a smoother texture if desired
Optional but recommended: add honeycomb for texture and visual appeal
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days