Description
Delicious small cheesecakes featuring sweet blackberries and a hint of lavender, perfect for a dessert party.
Ingredients
- 6 oz blackberries, pureed and strained
- 5 tbsp sugar (for topping)
- 2 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lavender flowers, dried
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 prebaked cheesecake crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- For the blackberry topping, combine the blackberry puree, 5 tbsp sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until thickened. Set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla extract, dried lavender, sour cream, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prebaked cheesecake crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, top with the cooled blackberry topping before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth mix. Let the topping cool fully before adding it to the cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American