Lemon Lavender Cheesecake Honeycomb (Print)

Zesty lemon and lavender cheesecake crowned with crunchy honeycomb and a hint of honey, perfect for special occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed shortbread for a buttery twist)
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup melted butter
04 - Pinch of salt

→ Cheesecake Filling

05 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 3 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup sour cream
09 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tbsp lemon zest
11 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
12 - 1–2 tsp culinary lavender, finely ground or steeped

→ Topping

13 - Fresh honeycomb (cut into small chunks)
14 - Drizzle of extra honey (optional)
15 - A tiny sprinkle of dried lavender buds or lemon zest for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper.
02 - Mix graham crumbs, sugar, salt, and butter until combined. Press into the bottom of your pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
03 - Steep culinary lavender in lemon juice for about 10 minutes, then strain. Optional: keep some bits for a stronger flavor or grind finely with a spice grinder for direct mixing.
04 - Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice with lavender, and vanilla extract. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Pour filling over the crust. Bake in a water bath for 50–60 minutes until the center is just set. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake rest for 30 minutes. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
06 - Before serving, place pieces of fresh honeycomb on top. Drizzle with extra honey if desired and garnish with lavender buds and lemon zest.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Use only culinary-grade lavender for this recipe to avoid bitterness or overly soapy flavors.
02 - To mellow the floral notes, begin with 1 tsp of lavender and adjust after steeping.
03 - For added texture, consider using a whipped cream or mascarpone layer beneath the honeycomb topping.

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