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Peaches and Hay Mini Cheesecakes with Honey

Delicious Peaches and Hay Mini Cheesecakes with Honey Bliss

Experience the sweet embrace of summer with Peaches and Hay Mini Cheesecakes with Honey, a delightful and easy-to-make dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 1 day
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup gluten-free graham crackers or substitute with gluten-free biscuits or blended nuts
  • 1/2 cup melted butter coconut oil can be an alternative
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar or substitute with regular granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, finely chopped optional for nut allergies
  • 1/4 cup oat flour or use almond flour
For the Filling
  • 1 cup whipping cream or substitute with coconut cream
  • 1 cup fresh hay or consider herbal infusions
  • 2 tbsp dried woodruff or fresh herbs like mint
  • 1/4 tsp saffron or use turmeric as a substitute
  • 2 cups ripe peaches or substitute with nectarines
  • 1/2 cup honey or use maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tbsp gelatin or use agar-agar
  • 1/4 cup amaretto or omit for a non-alcoholic version
For the Honey Gelatin Layer
  • 1 cup herbs (for steeping) your choice of herbs
  • 1 cup water make sure it's boiling

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • baking trays
  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine crushed gluten-free graham crackers, melted butter, brown sugar, chopped pecans, and oat flour in a food processor. Press this mixture firmly into the bottoms of your pans and freeze for 30 minutes to set.
  2. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Bake the crusts for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Once done, allow them to cool completely before adding the filling.
  3. Heat the whipping cream in a saucepan until it starts steaming, but don’t let it boil. Strain the cream through fresh hay into a bowl, then add the dried woodruff and saffron. Cool and refrigerate this infusion overnight for maximum flavor.
  4. Halve the ripe peaches and place them on a baking tray. Bake at 400°F for 40 minutes until they're soft. Let them cool down and then puree; reserve ⅓ cup of the puree for later use.
  5. Bloom the gelatin in the amaretto according to package instructions. In a separate bowl, whip the infused cream until light and airy. In another bowl, beat cream cheese with honey and the peach puree, then gently fold them together. Add the bloomed gelatin and whip again until the mixture is fluffy.
  6. Spoon the filling into the cooled crusts and smooth the tops with a spatula. For a fun texture, cover the tops with oiled bubble wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours to set.
  7. Steep your choice of herbs in boiling water, then dissolve the honey into this mixture. Stir in the bloomed gelatin, let it cool, and carefully pour it over the tops of the cheesecakes.
  8. Refrigerate the cheesecakes until fully set, about 4 hours, or overnight. Gently unmold and serve chilled for a refreshing summer treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with extra honey before serving for added sweetness.

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