Description
A velvety cheesecake infused with the delicate flavors of honey and lavender, offering a unique twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the springform pan to form the crust.
- Beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, honey, dried lavender, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation. Chill overnight for the best flavor. Consider alternatives for flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg