28/06/2024
🌟 Mini Blackberry Lavender Cheesecakes 🌟
🫐🌸 Delight in the enchanting flavors of these Mini Blackberry Lavender Cheesecakes! These charming treats combine a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy lavender-infused cheesecake filling, and a luscious blackberry topping. It's one of the easiest dishes you can make to impress at gatherings or to enjoy a touch of gourmet indulgence at home. 🍰🫐✨
Ingredients:
Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs 🍪
2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
Filling:
16 ounces cream cheese, softened 🧀
1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍬
2 large eggs 🥚🥚
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender 🌸
1/4 cup sour cream 🥄
1/4 cup heavy cream 🥛
1/2 cup fresh blackberries, pureed and strained 🫐
Topping:
1 cup fresh blackberries 🫐
2 tablespoons honey 🍯
1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋
Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish (optional) 🌸
Directions:
Prepare Crust:
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
2️⃣ In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner to form the crust. Set aside.
Make Filling:
3️⃣ In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and dried lavender.
5️⃣ Add the sour cream and heavy cream, mixing until fully combined. Gently fold in the blackberry puree until the mixture is smooth and evenly colored.
Bake Cheesecakes:
6️⃣ Divide the cheesecake batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
7️⃣ Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the centers are set and the edges are slightly puffed.
8️⃣ Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Make Topping:
9️⃣ For the topping, combine fresh blackberries, honey, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the blackberries break down and the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
Assemble and Serve:
🔟 Before serving, top each mini cheesecake with a spoonful of the blackberry sauce and garnish with fresh lavender sprigs if desired.
Enjoy the floral notes of lavender paired with the tangy sweetness of blackberries in these delightful mini cheesecakes!