Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp dried culinary lavender, finely ground
For the blackberry topping:
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Optional garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh blackberries
- Edible flowers
Instructions
1. Prepare the crust
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
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In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
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Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing it firmly into the bottom to create a compact crust.
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Bake for 5 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool while preparing the filling.
2. Make the cheesecake filling
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
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Add the honey, eggs (one at a time), and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
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Stir in the sour cream, lemon juice, and ground lavender, blending until smooth.
3. Assemble and bake
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Divide the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crusts, smoothing the tops.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers have a slight jiggle.
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Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecakes cool inside for 15 minutes.
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Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Make the blackberry topping
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In a small saucepan, combine blackberries, honey, lemon juice, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
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If a thicker consistency is desired, mix cornstarch with a teaspoon of water and stir it into the sauce, cooking for another minute.
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Remove from heat and let cool completely before spooning over the chilled cheesecakes.
5. Serve and garnish
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Once the cheesecakes are fully chilled, spoon a small amount of blackberry topping onto each one.
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Garnish with fresh blackberries, whipped cream, or edible flowers for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cooling and Chilling Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g