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Lemon Meringue Delight

Lemon Meringue Delight

Whip up a dreamy vanilla cheesecake on a rich chocolate base. This easy, elegant recipe is your new favorite dessert. A Lemon Meringue Delight alternative.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling & Chilling Time 5 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies like Oreo crumbs, filling included!
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk whole or 2% works great

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Aluminum Foil for the water bath method

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix crushed chocolate cookies, melted butter, and sugar until damp; press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes and let it cool completely on a rack.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just incorporated.
  6. Blend in sour cream, vanilla extract, and milk until silky.
  7. Pour the mixture over the cooled chocolate base and smooth the top.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  9. Once baked, turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  10. Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. Whip the cold heavy cream to firm peaks and spread over the cheesecake.
  12. Decorate with chocolate shavings and fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This cheesecake is best enjoyed the next day as the flavors meld beautifully overnight.
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