Cooking With Lemon Myrtle
Lemon myrtle is one of Australia’s most iconic native herbs, known for its intense lemon-lime aroma and ability to brighten both sweet and savoury dishes. In baking, this versatile ingredient adds a refreshing citrus twist to cakes, cookies, muffins, cheesecakes, frostings, and more. Its flavour pairs beautifully with vanilla, coconut, white chocolate, berries, and creamy desserts—making it a must-have in any baker’s pantry.
Whether you’re sprinkling it into cookie dough or infusing it into a cheesecake, cooking with lemon myrtle adds a uniquely Australian touch that transforms ordinary desserts into something memorable. Just remember—this herb is potent. A little goes a long way.
Grab your jar by clicking the link here: Dried Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia Citriodora)
Cooking With Lemon Myrtle: Baking Essentials
Lemon myrtle’s bright citrus profile makes it ideal for all types of baked goods.
It works beautifully in:
Cakes and cupcakes
Cookies and biscuits
Muffins and scones
Breads and pastries
Creams, glazes, and frostings
Add a pinch to your dry ingredients, fold it through a batter, or sprinkle it on top as a garnish. Its natural oils infuse baked goods with both flavour and fragrance, giving even simple recipes a sophisticated twist.
Start small—about ½ to 1 teaspoon of Terrablendz Lemon Myrtle is usually enough for most recipes.
Lemon Myrtle Cakes: A Bright Citrus Lift
Lemon myrtle cakes offer a refreshing twist that’s deeper and more complex than regular lemon. With hints of lime and lemongrass, it enhances buttery cakes, sponges, and tea cakes exceptionally well.
Lemon myrtle:
Boosts the richness of butter
Balances sweetness
Adds a fragrant aroma throughout the cake
Use around one teaspoon in a standard cake batter for the perfect balance. It’s also delicious added into syrups, drizzles, or buttercreams for layered lemony flavour.
Cooking With Lemon Myrtle: Delicious Desserts
This native herb takes desserts to a whole new level.
Try using lemon myrtle in:
Cheesecake – adds a subtle citrus punch to the creamy base
White chocolate mousse – cuts through richness with fresh flavour
Panna cotta – infuse cream with lemon myrtle for aromatic depth
Shortbread – buttery, zesty, melt-in-your-mouth perfection
Lemon curd – replace part of the lemon juice with lemon myrtle infusion
Ice cream – a refreshing, fragrant option for warm days
Experimenting with this herb opens the door to flavourful, uniquely Australian desserts.
Baking With Lemon Myrtle: Tips & Tricks
To make the most of Terrablendz Lemon Myrtle:
Start small – it’s strong and can overpower your recipe
Pair wisely – best with vanilla, almond, berries, coconut, citrus and white chocolate
Mix with dry ingredients for even distribution
Infuse into warm milk or cream for smoother flavour in custards and mousses
Add to frostings, glazes and drizzles for a bright finishing touch
Store properly – keep in its airtight glass jar in a cool, dark place
These small adjustments make a big difference in achieving balanced flavour.
Cooking With Lemon Myrtle: Frostings & Glazes
Lemon myrtle is exceptional in glazes and frostings thanks to its aromatic oils.
Add about a teaspoon to:
Buttercream frosting
Cream cheese icing
Simple sugar glaze
White chocolate ganache
It delivers a refreshing citrus note and a delicate earthy undertone, perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and pastries.
Lemon Myrtle & Coconut Bliss Balls
The Goods
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup almond meal
1 tbsp Terrablendz Dried Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia Citriodora)
2 tbsp honey
1/4 cup coconut oil
The Process:
Blend ingredients until smooth.
Roll into balls.
Refrigerate for 1 hour.
A simple, no-bake treat full of citrusy, creamy flavour.
Lemon Myrtle Cheesecake Bars
The Goods
200 g digestive biscuits
100 g melted butter
500 g cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp Terrablendz Dried Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia Citriodora)
1 cup whipped cream
The process:
Combine crushed biscuits and butter; press into a tray.
Beat cream cheese, sugar and lemon myrtle.
Fold in whipped cream.
Spread over base and chill for at least 4 hours.
Smooth, creamy, and bursting with Australian flavour.
Cooking With Lemon Myrtle
Cooking with lemon myrtle opens up endless possibilities for baking and dessert making. Its bold citrus aroma pairs beautifully with sweet flavours, enhancing everything from cakes and cookies to panna cotta and cheesecake bars. Used sparingly, it adds complexity, freshness, and a uniquely Australian flair to your creations.
Whether you’re infusing it, mixing it, or sprinkling it as a finishing touch, lemon myrtle is a powerful ingredient that turns simple desserts into something truly special.
Grab your jar by clicking the link here: Dried Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia Citriodora)
