Description

Bright, tangy, and beautifully decadent, this Lemon Curd Meringue Cheesecake Bliss brings together everything you love about citrus desserts and creamy cheesecake in one stunning bite. With a crisp graham cracker crust, a zesty lemon-infused filling, a silky layer of lemon curd, and a golden-swirled meringue on top, this cheesecake is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. Whether you’re hunting for easy dessert ideas, an impressive dinner finale, or the ultimate citrus dessert, this showstopper checks all the boxes—zesty, creamy, and visually stunning. A must-save for anyone looking for unique and easy cheesecake recipes!

Ingredients

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted

24 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

0.5 cup sour cream

1 tablespoon lemon zest

0.25 cup fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup lemon curd

4 egg whites

0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar

0.5 cup granulated sugar (for meringue)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Wrap the outside in foil to prevent leaks.

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.

3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.

4. Pour the filling over the crust and place the pan in a water bath. Bake for 55–65 minutes, then cool and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

5. Spread lemon curd over the chilled cheesecake and return to fridge to set.

6. Whip egg whites and cream of tartar to soft peaks. Slowly add sugar and beat to stiff, glossy peaks.

7. Spoon or pipe meringue over the curd. Toast with a kitchen torch or broil for 1–2 minutes until golden.

Notes

For the smoothest texture, always bring cream cheese and eggs to room temperature before mixing.

A kitchen torch is the easiest way to toast the meringue without melting the cheesecake below.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 31g
Sodium: 240mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: lemon cheesecake, meringue cheesecake, lemon curd dessert, citrus dessert, easy cheesecake, summer dessert