Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until center is set. Cool completely.
- Top cheesecake with raspberries. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread meringue over raspberries. Broil for 1-2 minutes until golden. Chill before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.