Lavender Lemon White Chocolate Cheesecake Fudge Recipe

Lavender Lemon White Chocolate Cheesecake Fudge Recipe

A quick & easy 30-minute fudge recipe from Cabot Trail Lavender

There’s something magical about the combination of lemon and lavender — the way the bright citrus dances with soft floral notes, creating a flavor that feels both elegant and uplifting. This fudge captures that perfect harmony in one creamy, beautiful bite.

At Cabot Trail Lavender, we love finding new ways to enjoy lavender beyond the garden — from handmade soaps to culinary creations. This Lavender Lemon White Chocolate Cheesecake Fudge is one of our favorite easy summer treats. It takes just 30 minutes to prepare (thanks to the microwave!) and looks as gorgeous as it tastes.

🌸 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • ✅ Quick & easy: No stove or candy thermometer needed — it’s all done in the microwave!

  • 💜 Two-tone beauty: Lemon yellow and lavender purple swirls make this fudge a feast for the eyes.

  • 🍋 Bright, balanced flavor: Lemon and lavender create a refreshing twist on classic fudge.

  • 🧁 Makes plenty: This recipe is a double batch, perfect for sharing or gifting!

🌿 Perfect for Every Occasion

This pretty pastel fudge isn’t just delicious — it’s also a showstopper on any dessert table. The soft lavender and lemon colors make it perfect for:

  • 🌼 Summer weddings or bridal showers

  • 🍋 Farmer’s markets or community fairs

  • 👨👩👧👦 Large family gatherings or potlucks

  • 🎁 Gift boxes and holiday baskets

  • ☀️ Or simply enjoying a little sunshine in your own kitchen!

Wherever you share it, this fudge always brings a touch of brightness and a whisper of floral sweetness that feels special and handcrafted.

🧺 What You’ll Need

  • Two 8x8-inch pans (this recipe makes a double batch)

  • Wax paper

  • Large microwave-safe mixing bowl

  • Spatula

💜 Lavender Fudge Layer

Ingredients

  • 3 cups white chocolate chips

  • 2 cups marshmallows

  • 1 (10 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • ½–1 teaspoon food-grade lavender essential oil (to taste)

  • Purple food coloring (mix red + blue to your desired shade)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your pans:
    Cut your wax paper a couple of inches larger than each pan. At each corner, make a 2–3 inch cut from the center so the paper fits neatly inside.

  2. Melt the base:
    Combine white chocolate chips, marshmallows, sweetened condensed milk, and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl.
    Microwave in 45-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy.

  3. Add lavender & color:
    Stir in the lavender essential oil — start with ½ teaspoon and taste carefully (lavender is powerful!).
    Add your purple dye and mix well. Microwave one final 45 seconds and stir again.

Set aside while you prepare the lemon layer.

🍋 Lemon Cheesecake Fudge Layer

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cream cheese baking chips (or white chocolate chips with a few tablespoons of softened cream cheese)

  • 2 cups marshmallows

  • 1 (10 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1–2 teaspoons lemon flavoring or extract (to taste)

  • Yellow food coloring

Instructions

  1. Repeat the same melting process as above.

  2. Once smooth, stir in the lemon flavoring and yellow coloring to your desired shade.

🌀 Swirl & Set

  1. Pour & swirl:
    Pour one flavor layer into the prepared pan, then pour the second on top.
    Use a spatula to gently fold parts of the bottom layer over, then use a skewer or knife to make soft figure-8 swirls for that classic marbled look.

  2. Set at room temperature:
    Let the fudge rest on the counter for at least 2 hours to prevent cracking and to keep that smooth, glossy finish.

  3. Chill overnight:
    Cover and refrigerate overnight to firm up.

  4. Serve:
    For best flavor and texture, let the fudge sit at room temperature before enjoying.

✨ Tips from the Lavender Field

  • Always use food-grade lavender essential oil — culinary lavender is specially processed for safe use in recipes.

  • Lavender’s flavor strengthens as it sits, so start light! You can always add more next time.

  • These beautiful purple and yellow swirls make a wonderful gift idea or addition to summer gatherings.

We hope this recipe inspires you to experiment with lavender in new ways!

🌿 Stay tuned to our blog for more recipes, DIYs, and inspiration on how you can enjoy lavender every day — from the field to your kitchen table.