Description
A delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and zesty lemon meringue, perfect for any celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each), room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and press into the bottom of the springform pan.
- Beat the cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is slightly jiggly. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Spread the lemon curd evenly over the cheesecake once it is chilled.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Beat egg whites on high until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and cream of tartar, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form.
- Spoon the meringue over the lemon curd and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature before slicing.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg