Ingredients: 1 9-inch pie crust 1/2 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup lemon juice (from 1 lemon) 3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces) Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9-inch pie crust. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Set aside. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice and butter until light and fluffy. Pour the mixture into the pie crust. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese over the top of the egg mixture. Bake for 25 minutes or until set and golden brown on top.
Lemon Curd Cheesecake
The tang of lemon pairs perfectly with the texture of a classic cheesecake in this lemon curd cheesecake recipe! Add a meringue topping and you have one impressive dessert!
How to Make Lemon Meringue Cheesecake
Prepare your springform pan and set it aside. Create the crust by combining the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and melted butter. Press the crust into the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes. Beat the cream cheese and sugar together in a stand mixer until smooth. Add the egg yolks and combine. Add the salt and cornstarch and then pour onto the cooled crust. Cover the springform pan in foil and place it in a larger baking dish with water. Bake for 75 minutes. Allow to slowly cool with the oven door open for 30 minutes. While cooling, make the lemon curd by combing most of the ingredients in double boiler. Remove from heat and add the butter salt and vanilla. Pour the lemon curd over the cheesecake. Allow both to cool for 5-6 hours. Make the meringue and add it to the top of the cheesecake. Use a torch to toast the top.
Ingredient Notes
The lemon curd can be made ahead of time and added to the chilled cheesecake. Pre-made lemon curd can also be used to save time. Regular white sugar can be used in place of brown sugar, if needed. The brown sugar adds an extra depth of flavor to this cheesecake. Salted butter can be used but I would suggest removing the added salt.
The layers of this cheesecake are good on their own, but when combined together this lemon cheesecake becomes amazing. You will get compliments from everyone who sees it! Lemon meringue cheesecake is one your guests will not forget. You will be asked to make it over and over again! Grab your mixing bowls and spoons and prepare to make the best cheesecake! Everyone will rave about this delectable lemon meringue cheesecake. The cheesecake base can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored, tightly wrapped, in the refrigerator. I do not recommend making the meringue ahead of time. If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
