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Triple Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

Incredible Triple Lemon Meringue Cheesecake for Citrus Lovers

This Triple Lemon Meringue Cheesecake features creamy lemon goodness with a crunchy crust and fluffy meringue, perfect for citrus lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can replace with crushed digestive biscuits
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat is best
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with plain yogurt
  • 3/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh lemons preferred
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Zest Zest before juicing
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract is preferable
For the Meringue
  • 3 large Egg Whites Fresh whites are best
  • 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar Stabilizes meringue
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Add gradually
For the Lemon Curd
  • 5 large Egg Yolks Fresh, large yolks work best
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Recommended for balanced flavor
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparing the Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until blended. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then cool completely.
  4. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, add eggs gradually, then fold in sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
  5. Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes in a water bath until slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. For lemon curd, whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and zest in a saucepan. Heat until thick, then stir in butter.
  8. Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form, add sugar gradually until stiff peaks form.
  9. Spread meringue over lemon curd and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden.
  10. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Use fresh ingredients for vibrant flavors.

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