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Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

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Lemon Meringue Cheesecake blends the creamy richness of classic cheesecake with vibrant lemon curd and a cloud-like toasted meringue. A bright, showstopping dessert that’s sweet, tangy, and irresistibly smooth.

Ingredients

  • Graham Cracker Crumbs: 1 ½ cups – Crunchy, buttery crust base
  • Granulated Sugar: 2 tablespoons (crust) + ¾ cup (cheesecake) + ½ cup (curd) + ½ cup (meringue) – Sweetens all layers
  • Unsalted Butter: 5 tablespoons (crust) + 4 tablespoons (curd) – Rich flavor and binding
  • Cream Cheese: 24 oz – Silky cheesecake foundation
  • Eggs: 3 (cheesecake) – Create structure and smoothness
  • Sour Cream: ½ cup – Adds tang and texture to cheesecake
  • Lemon Juice: ¼ cup (cheesecake) + ½ cup (curd) – Brings bright citrus flavor
  • Lemon Zest: 1 tablespoon (cheesecake) + 1 teaspoon (curd) – Intensifies lemon aroma
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon (cheesecake) + ½ teaspoon (meringue) – Warm balance to tart lemon
  • Egg Yolks: 4 – Rich and thickening base for lemon curd
  • Egg Whites: 4 – Fluffy meringue topping
  • Cream of Tartar: ¼ teaspoon – Helps meringue hold its peaks

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and butter. Press and bake for 10 minutes. Beat cheesecake ingredients until smooth and pour over cooled crust.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Wrap springform pan in foil and place in a hot water bath.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Bake cheesecake 55–65 minutes. Cool in oven, then refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Make lemon curd by whisking yolks, sugar, juice, and zest. Cook until thickened. Stir in butter and cool, then spread over chilled cheesecake.
  6. Finishing Touches: Beat egg whites with cream of tartar. Add sugar and whip to stiff peaks. Spread or pipe on top. Torch or broil until golden.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Chill briefly to set. Slice with a hot knife and serve cold.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth cheesecake
  • Chill fully between layers to avoid mixing textures
  • Store covered to prevent meringue weeping

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