Lemon Meringue Pie Cheesecake: The Best Easy Recipe Ever
This lemon meringue pie cheesecake combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the bright, zesty flavors of lemon meringue pie.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 graham cracker crust
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
- Blend in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the graham cracker crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Top with fresh whipped cream and lemon slices for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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