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Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

Preparation time: 45 min
Serves 10 people
3.75 Average Rating

Indulge in a slice of sunshine with this Lemon Meringue Cheesecake. 

Combining the creamy richness of classic cheesecake with a zesty lemon filling, this dessert is a perfect balance of tart and sweet. Topped with a cloud-like layer of fluffy meringue, each bite offers a delightful contrast in textures. Whether it’s for a special occasion or a simple treat, this cheesecake is sure to impress and brighten up any gathering.

Ingredients

  • 200g granita biscuits
  • 100g unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 Tbsp powdered gelatine
  • 500g cream cheese, room temperature, chopped
  • 1 cup lemon curd (How to Make Lemon Curd)
  • 300ml thickened cream
  • ⅓ cup caster sugar
Meringue:
  • 4 egg whites
  • ¾ cup caster sugar
  • ⅓  cup passionfruit pulp
  • Extra 2 Tbsp lemon curd, for drizzling

Method

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  1. Invert the base of a 21cm round springform pan (base measures 20cm). Grease and line the base and sides with baking paper.
  2. Place biscuits in a food processor and process until fine crumbs form. Add melted butter and process until combined. Press into the base of the prepared pan. Use the back of a spoon to smooth the surface. Refrigerate while preparing filling. 
Cheesecake Filling
  1. To make filling; sprinkle gelatine over ¼ cup warm water in a small heatproof jug. Stir to combine. Microwave on high for 10 seconds or until dissolved. Cool slightly.
  2. Place cream cheese and caster sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat until smooth. Add cooled gelatine mixture and ¾ cup of curd. Beat on low until combined. Transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Whip cream until soft peaks form. Add whipped cream to the bowl of cream cheese and curd, and fold in until evenly combined. Dollop the remaining ¼ cup of curd over the top of the mixture and use a large spoon to swirl lightly. Spoon cheesecake mix over biscuit base and smooth surface. Cover and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight until firm. 
Meringue Top
  1. To make meringue; place egg whites and sugar in a large heatproof glass bowl. Place the bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water. Use a hand beater to beat the mixture for about 5 minutes or until glossy soft peaks form.
  2. Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and discard baking paper. Place cheesecake on a serving plate. Spoon meringue over the top of the cheesecake, making swirls and peaks in the meringue. Use a kitchen blow torch to singe the meringue.
  3. Combine passionfruit pulp with extra lemon curd. Spoon over meringue allowing it to pool in meringue crevices. Serve. 

Notes

  • Smooth sides of cheesecake with a warm wet metal spatula.
  • Store any leftover cheesecake in the fridge, covered with plastic wrap for 4 days or freezer and serve frozen.
  • Use a hot, damp, straight-bladed knife to cut into wedges, wiping the knife clean between each slice. 

Nutrition Per Serve

  • 215g Serving size
  • 3170kJ 758kcal Energy
  • 10g Protein
  • 46g Total fat
  • 29g Saturated fat
  • 80g Carbs (total)
  • 69g Carbs (sugar)
  • 320mg Sodium
  • 2g Fibre

Reviews

Overall Rating

Average Rating: 3.75

40 reviews