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Lemon Meringue Cheesecake: A Tangy Delight Awaits You!

Lemon Meringue Cheesecake
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Tangy, creamy, airy and absolutely unforgettable Lemon Meringue Cheesecake.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 500g cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan. Bake 8 minutes. Let cool.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Pour over crust and bake for 45–50 minutes. Let cool, then chill for 4 hours or overnight.
  3. For curd, whisk lemon juice, zest, sugar, and eggs in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until thickened. Add butter, stir until smooth, and cool. Spread over chilled cheesecake.
  4. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add sugar gradually, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Mix in vanilla.
  5. Spoon meringue over lemon layer. Torch until golden or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes.
  6. Chill before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Chill each layer well before adding the next.
  • Use a hot clean knife for perfect slices.
  • Make lemon curd a day ahead for easier assembly.

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