Introduction:
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing English Blackberry Lavender Cheesecakes. These mini treats are a delightful fusion of sweet blackberries and aromatic lavender, bound to captivate your taste buds with every bite.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender
Directions:
- Crust Preparation: Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of each mini cheesecake mold.
- Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Blackberry Lavender Infusion: Gently fold in fresh blackberries and culinary lavender into the cheesecake batter.
- Baking: Pour the batter over the crusts in the mini cheesecake molds. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F for 20-25 minutes or until set.
- Cooling: Allow the cheesecakes to cool completely in the molds before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
How to Prepare:
- Prepare Crust: Crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter. Press into mini cheesecake molds.
- Make Cheesecake Batter: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, then vanilla.
- Incorporate Flavors: Gently fold in blackberries and lavender.
- Bake: Pour batter over crusts and bake until set.
- Chill: Cool and refrigerate cheesecakes for at least 2 hours before serving.
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Baking: 25 minutes
- Cooling: 2 hours
Servings:
Makes 12 mini cheesecakes
Conclusion:
Elevate your dessert game with our English Blackberry Lavender Cheesecakes. With a harmonious blend of fruity sweetness and floral notes, these mini delights are sure to impress at any occasion. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of culinary bliss today!