Lemon Meringue Cheesecakes (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 90g crushed graham crackers (3/4 cup).
02 - 1/4 teaspoon flaky kosher salt.
03 - 40g melted, unsalted butter (3 tablespoons).
04 - 350g softened cream cheese (12 ounces).
05 - 100g white sugar (1/2 cup).
06 - 1 tablespoon plain flour.
07 - 60g sour cream (1/4 cup).
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
09 - 60ml fresh lemon juice (1/4 cup).
10 - Lemon zest from one fruit.
11 - 2 big eggs.
12 - 3 large whites from eggs.
13 - 150g granulated sugar (3/4 cup).
14 - 1/4 teaspoon tartar powder for stability.
15 - A small pinch of kosher salt.

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Set oven to 160°C (320°F). Put liners in a 12-cup muffin pan.
02 - Stir melted butter, crushed crackers, and a pinch of salt. Push into liners and bake for 5 minutes. Leave to cool down.
03 - Blend cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Stir sugar with lemon zest, then add it in with flour. Whip together until light and fluffy.
04 - Mix in the sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice. Stir well so it combines evenly.
05 - Add one egg at a time, beating lightly just enough to blend them in.
06 - Spoon batter into the prepared liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the middle wiggles a little.
07 - Let it cool completely, then place in the fridge for around 3 hours.
08 - Combine egg whites, sugar, salt, and cream of tartar in a bowl over simmering water.
09 - Keep whisking until the temperature hits 71°C (160°F), which will take about 5-10 minutes.
10 - Whip until you see glossy peaks that hold their shape, 5-8 minutes should do it.
11 - Spread or pipe the meringue over the chilled cakes.
12 - Use a torch to lightly brown the meringue for a toasty finish.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Keep them in the fridge for no more than 3 days.
02 - Freeze them, but leave the meringue off until serving.
03 - You don’t have to use cream of tartar, but it helps keep the meringue stable.
04 - When baking, the centers should wiggle a bit but not look liquid.
05 - Let everything reach room temperature before you get started.

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