No-bake Limoncello Cheesecake(s) with Ricotta and Lavender
These mini limoncello lavender cheesecakes are a dreamy dessert for any occasion. Made with creamy ricotta, fresh lemon zest, and a splash of limoncello, they’re served semi-frozen for a refreshing finish and topped with crushed lavender crumbs for a beautiful floral touch.
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Equipment
- Hand or stand mixer
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 1 tsp Dried culinary lavender
- 3 tbsp Unsalted melted butter
- 1 tbsp Honey
For the Filling
- 1 ½ cups Whole milk ricotta, well-drained
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- ½ cup Heavy cream
- ¼ cup Limoncello
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon zest about 2 lemons
Optional
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice fresh
For the Garnish
- Dried culinary lavender buds light sprinkle
- Leftover graham cracker lavender crumbs light sprinkle
Instructions
- Crush 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs and 1 tsp Dried culinary lavender using a food processor, or place in a zip-top bag and roll with a rolling pin.1 cup Graham cracker crumbs, 1 tsp Dried culinary lavender
- Mix crumbs with 3 tbsp Unsalted melted butter and 1 tbsp Honey until well combined.3 tbsp Unsalted melted butter, 1 tbsp Honey
- Line mini springform pans with parchment paper and press crust mixture firmly into the base.
- Chill crusts in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, beat 1 ½ cups Whole milk ricotta, well-drained and ½ cup Granulated sugar until smooth.1 ½ cups Whole milk ricotta, well-drained, ½ cup Granulated sugar
- Add ½ cup Heavy cream, ¼ cup Limoncello, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp lemon zest, and optional 1 tbsp Lemon juice. Mix until creamy and airy.½ cup Heavy cream, ¼ cup Limoncello, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- Pour filling over the crusts and smooth the tops.
- Sprinkle with Dried culinary lavender buds and Leftover graham cracker lavender crumbs.Dried culinary lavender buds, Leftover graham cracker lavender crumbs
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight, until fully set.
- To serve, unmold and let sit for 15–20 minutes at room temperature or 30 minutes in the fridge to enjoy them semi-frozen.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 1119IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 237mg | Iron: 1mg
Calories: 600kcal
Servings: 4 Servings
