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Honey Lavender Cheesecake

A creamy and elegant cheesecake infused with delicate lavender and sweet honey flavors, perfect for spring gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.75 cup honey
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp culinary lavender
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Honey Lavender Topping
  • 0.25 cup honey warmed
  • 1 tsp culinary lavender
  • 1 cup whipped cream for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Springform pan
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, honey, and sugar until combined.
  3. Press crust mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8 minutes.
  4. Warm heavy cream and steep culinary lavender for 10 minutes. Strain and cool slightly.
  5. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in honey and sugar.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, lemon zest, flour, and lavender cream.
  7. Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
  8. Bake 55–65 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
  9. Cool gradually, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  10. Drizzle with honey topping and garnish with whipped cream and lavender before serving.

Notes

Use culinary-grade lavender only for best flavor. Chill overnight for the creamiest texture and clean slices.