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Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

A delightful lemon meringue cheesecake with a creamy filling and tangy lemon topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.33 cup Melted butter
  • 0.25 cup Sugar

Filling

  • 32 oz Cream cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 0.25 cup Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup Sour cream

Meringue

  • 4 Egg whites Room temperature
  • 0.5 cup Sugar
  • 0.25 tsp Cream of tartar

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  • Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let cool.

Filling

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add lemon juice and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Add sour cream. Mix well.
  • Pour filling over cooled crust.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until set.
  • Let cool completely before adding meringue.

Meringue

  • Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  • Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  • Spread meringue over cheesecake.
  • Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.
  • Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

Enjoy this tangy and sweet lemon meringue cheesecake!

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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