Description

Triple Lemon Meringue Cheesecake is a vibrant dessert that beautifully combines creamy cheesecake with the zesty flavors of three lemon varieties. This showstopper features a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious lemon cheesecake filling, and a fluffy meringue topping that delights the palate. Perfect for any occasion, this cheesecake will surely impress your guests and elevate your dessert game.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 large fresh lemons (zest and juice)
2 large Meyer lemons (zest and juice)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tsp agar-agar powder
½ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add zest and juice from all lemons; mix until well combined.
Pour filling over the crust in the pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
While baking, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar to stiff peaks, then fold in dissolved agar-agar.
Allow cheesecake to cool completely, then spread meringue over the top with decorative swirls.
Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling. Experiment by substituting lemons with limes or oranges for different flavor profiles. For an extra touch, add coconut or almond extract to the filling.