Description
This Lavender Honey Cheesecake offers a delicate fusion of floral lavender and sweet honey, combined with a creamy cheese filling atop a crisp digestive biscuit crust. Perfectly chilled before serving, this no-bake dessert is elegant and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 12 oz (375g) Digestive biscuits
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
Lavender Infusion
- 4 1/2 tablespoons fresh or dry lavender flowers
- 4 1/2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon honey (from the 9.5 oz total)
- 10 drops natural lavender extract (optional)
Filling
- 9.5 oz (270g) lavender honey
- 13 oz (375g) cream cheese
- 1.9 cup (40.5 cl) cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Finely crush the digestive biscuits and melt the unsalted butter. Mix the melted butter with the biscuit crumbs until fully combined, then press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 26 cm springform pan with removable edges to form a compact crust.
- Make the lavender infusion: In a small saucepan, bring water and 1 tablespoon of honey to a boil. Remove from heat, add the lavender flowers, and let steep for about 15 minutes to infuse the liquid. Strain out the lavender flowers, retaining the infused honey water. Stir in 10 drops of natural lavender extract if using.
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and the remaining lavender honey (about 9.5 oz minus 1 tablespoon) until smooth. Mix the lavender-infused liquid into the cream cheese mixture thoroughly.
- Whip and fold cream: Whip the cream separately until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese and honey mixture, ensuring a light and airy texture without deflating the whipped cream.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the creamy filling evenly over the prepared biscuit crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the cheesecake to set firmly. Optionally, freeze if a firmer texture or longer storage is desired before serving.
Notes
- Use digestive biscuits for a traditional flavor and crunchy texture; graham crackers can be a substitute.
- The natural lavender extract is optional but enhances the floral aroma without overpowering.
- Ensure cream is cold before whipping for best results.
- Allow sufficient chilling time for the cheesecake to firm up properly before slicing.
- This cheesecake is best served chilled and enjoyed within 3-4 days if refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: European
Keywords: lavender honey cheesecake, no-bake cheesecake, floral dessert, creamy cheesecake, digestive biscuit crust
