Certainly! Lemon Meringue Cheesecake is a delightful and decadent dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the tartness of lemon and the light, fluffy texture of meringue. Here’s a basic recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Lemon Curd Topping:
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 3 large egg yolks, beaten
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
For the Meringue:
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
