Lemon Meringue Cheesecake Delight – A Zesty, Creamy, Crowd-Pleasing Dessert

If you’re craving a show-stopping dessert that’s both tangy and indulgent, this Lemon Meringue Cheesecake is the perfect treat. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich cheesecake center, and a cloud of toasted meringue on top, this recipe is ideal for spring gatherings, Sunday brunches, or even holiday tables.

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 Ingredients

 For the Crust:

• 1½ cups crushed digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)

• ⅓ cup melted butter

 For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

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• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 3 eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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 For the Meringue:

• 3 egg whites

• ¼ tsp cream of tartar

• 6 tbsp sugar

• ½ tsp lemon juice (optional, for stability)

 Directions

1. Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

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2. Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter until evenly coated.

3. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.

4. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well.

3. Beat in eggs one at a time.

4. Pour over the cooled crust.

5. Bake for 40–45 minutes until the center is almost set.

6. Let it cool, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.

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3. Make the Meringue Topping

1. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.

2. Gradually add sugar while beating until stiff peaks form.

3. Spoon the meringue over the chilled cheesecake.

4. Use a kitchen torch or oven broiler to lightly brown the meringue.

 Time & Servings

• Prep time: 20 minutes

• Bake time: 45 minutes

• Chill time: 4 hours

• Serves: 10–12 slices

 Tips & Variations

• Add blueberry or raspberry compote for extra color and tartness.

• For a gluten-free crust, use almond flour instead of crackers.

• Want to simplify? Use store-bought lemon curd as a layer under the meringue.

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