Decadent Delight: Lemon Lavender Cheesecake with Earl Grey

Today’s Unique Dessert Creation: Lemon Lavender Infused Cheesecake with Earl Grey Crust

I felt inspired to create a dessert that combined floral and citrus notes in a decadent cheesecake. The result is a Lemon Lavender Infused Cheesecake with an Earl Grey crust that is perfect for a special occasion or a delightful treat any day.

Ingredients:

• 450g cream cheese
• 200g sugar
• 3 eggs
• 200g sour cream
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp dried lavender
• 2 Earl Grey tea bags
• 100g butter
• 200g graham crackers
• 3 tbsp honey

Kitchen Tools:

• mixer
• springform pan
• saucepan

I start by steeping the dried lavender and Earl Grey tea bags in the sour cream over low heat in a saucepan for about 20 minutes, then letting it cool. In the meantime, I crush the graham crackers into crumbs and mix them with melted butter and honey to form the crust in a springform pan.

Next, I beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add in the eggs one at a time. I fold in the lavender-infused sour cream and lemon zest until everything is well combined. I pour this mixture over the crust and bake the cheesecake in the oven at 325°F for about 50 minutes until set.

Once the cheesecake has cooled, I refrigerate it for a few hours before serving. The flavors of lemon, lavender, and Earl Grey come together beautifully in each creamy bite, with the crunchy crust adding a delightful contrast.

The approximate total weight of the cooked dish is 1200g, with 8 servings. Each serving weighs around 150g, with an estimated calorie count of 350 per serving.

One unique tip for this recipe is to garnish the cheesecake with edible flowers or a lemon twist for an extra touch of elegance.

I encourage you to try this Lemon Lavender Infused Cheesecake with Earl Grey Crust and make it your own by experimenting with different herbs or teas to create your own unique flavor combination. Enjoy!