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Easy Lavender No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Easy Lavender No-Bake Cheesecake is a delicate and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy lavender-infused filling, this cheesecake requires no baking and sets in the refrigerator for a smooth, luscious texture. Finished with a decorative sprinkle of culinary lavender and optional whipped cream, it offers a floral twist to a classic favorite.

Ingredients

Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers (or vanilla wafers, Golden Oreos, or other mild-flavored cookies)
  • ½ cup butter (melted)

Filling:

  • 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lavender syrup
  • 3 to 5 drops purple food coloring

Garnish:

  • 2 teaspoons dry culinary lavender flowers
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soften the cream cheese: Open the three packages of cream cheese and let them come to room temperature for about an hour. Alternatively, use the microwave’s soften feature cautiously to prevent melting, ensuring the cream cheese will set properly later.
  2. Prepare the crust: Crush the graham crackers or alternate cookies by pulsing in a food processor or pressing with a rolling pin inside a zipper bag until fine crumbs form. Mix the crumbs with melted butter, then press the mixture evenly into the base of an 8-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  3. Bring heavy cream to room temperature: Measure out the heavy cream and let it sit on the countertop for about 15 minutes to reach room temperature, then set aside.
  4. Mix the filling: Using an electric mixer at medium speed, beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl. Gradually add the powdered sugar and room-temperature heavy cream, continuing to beat until combined. Pour in the lavender syrup and add 3 to 5 drops of purple food coloring, beating on low speed until the color is evenly blended. Avoid overbeating to prevent excess air incorporation.
  5. Assemble cheesecake: Remove the chilled crust from the refrigerator, then spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it using a spatula, smoothing all edges. Return the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours to set.
  6. Garnish and serve: Before serving, decorate the cheesecake with piped or dolloped whipped cream as desired, and sprinkle dry culinary lavender liberally over the top for an elegant and fragrant finishing touch.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened but not melted for best texture.
  • Adjust the number of food coloring drops depending on desired shade of lavender.
  • Refrigerate cheesecake sufficiently to allow it to set properly; overnight chill is ideal.
  • Use culinary-grade lavender to avoid any bitterness or toxicity.
  • Variations of the crust can include different mild-flavored cookies to customize taste.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/easy-lavender-no-bake-cheesecake-recipe/