Description

This delicate No-Bake Honey Lavender Cheesecake blends the floral notes of dried culinary lavender with the sweet richness of honey in a creamy, smooth dessert. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious, no-bake filling infused with lavender-infused cream, it’s perfect for elegant gatherings or a simple indulgent treat without the use of an oven.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

2 cups cream cheese, softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¾ cup honey
2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even crust layer. Place it in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
Infuse the Cream: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the heavy whipping cream and dried lavender. Allow it to gently simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat. Let the lavender steep in the cream for 15-20 minutes before straining out the lavender buds for a fragrant infused cream.
Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
Combine: Slowly pour the lavender-infused cream into the cream cheese mixture. Mix carefully to fully incorporate the liquids without overmixing to keep a light texture.
Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top evenly with a spatula. Cover the pan with plastic wrap, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the cheesecake is completely set.
Serve: Once set, carefully remove the springform pan rim. Slice the cheesecake and serve chilled, optionally garnished with additional lavender sprigs or a light drizzle of honey for extra elegance.

Notes

Use dried culinary lavender intended for food to avoid bitterness or contamination.
Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling without lumps.
Do not overmix after adding the infused cream to maintain a light and airy texture.
Chill the crust before adding filling to prevent a soggy base.
Optional toppings like fresh berries or extra honey work well as garnish.
If you prefer a stronger lavender flavor, you can increase the steeping time but avoid steeping too long to prevent bitterness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: No-Bake Cheesecake, Honey Lavender Cheesecake, Lavender Dessert, No-Bake Dessert, Cream Cheese Dessert, Easy Cheesecake, Honey Dessert, Elegant Desserts