24 Baked Cheesecake Recipes for Any Occasion

24 Baked Cheesecake Recipes for Any Occasion

By Sara Taylor

24 Baked Cheesecake Recipes for Any Occasion

By Sara Taylor
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A baked cheesecake is the kind of dessert that screams effort but is deceptively simple. Whether it's the holiday season and you're trying to impress a big group, or it's just a Wednesday and you're in the mood to treat yourself, these 24 recipes are good for all occasions and all types of cravings. We have an assortment of flavors so there is sure to be a cheesecake for you! Get your springform pan ready to go!

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1) New York-Style Cheesecake

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The best cheesecake – tall and glorious. This is the one you make when you want to show off a little.

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New York-Style Cheesecake

An ultra creamy dense cheesecake that has a rich filling and tangy topping, and a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 32 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the graham crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until completely smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low after each.
  4. Blend in the sour cream and vanilla until silky.
  5. Pour over the crust and bake in a water bath for 65 to 70 minutes until the center barely jiggles.
  6. Turn off the oven and let it cool inside, then chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

A water bath is the secret to a crack-free top.

2) Classic Vanilla Cheesecake

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Endless simplicity and adaptability are two of the greatest strengths of a design. Sometimes the simplest addition is the most sought after.

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Classic Vanilla Cheesecake

A graham cracker base supports a smooth and lightly sweet baked cheesecake infused with real vanilla bean.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 vanilla bean seeds scraped
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  4. Stir in the vanilla bean seeds and heavy cream.
  5. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until just set, then cool and chill for 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Vanilla extract works fine if you don't have a bean.

3) Nutella Swirl Cheesecake

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When simple won’t do, the chocolate hazelnut swirls transform every slice into a masterpiece.

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Nutella Swirl Cheesecake

A chocolate crust cheesecake baked until it is creamy, swirled with a chocolate hazelnut spread.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Stir in the vanilla and pour most of the batter over the crust.
  4. Warm the chocolate hazelnut spread and dollop it over the batter.
  5. Swirl with a knife to create a marbled pattern.
  6. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set, then cool and chill 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Don't over-swirl or the marble pattern muddies.

4) Strawberry Ripple Cheesecake

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Pretty pink swirls of strawberry run throughout this one. This is one that screams party!

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Strawberry Ripple Cheesecake

A smooth baked cheesecake with a fresh strawberry puree ripple for a berry sweet dessert.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries pureed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Cook the strawberry puree with a spoon of sugar until slightly thickened, then cool.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and add the eggs one at a time.
  4. Pour the batter over the crust and drop spoonfuls of strawberry sauce over the top.
  5. Swirl gently with a skewer to create ripples.
  6. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set, then cool and chill 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Strain the puree if you prefer it seedless.

5) Oreo Cheesecake Bites

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Cheesecakes made to be bite-sized mean no slicing and no mess to deal with! Plus, we'll get portion control out of the way. They are perfect for parties!

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Oreo Cheesecake Bites

Single mini cheesecakes baked over a whole sandwich cookie crust and cookie pieces mixed in.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 chocolate sandwich cookies whole
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 chocolate sandwich cookies crushed

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Place one whole cookie in the bottom of each liner.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs and vanilla.
  4. Fold in the crushed cookies.
  5. Spoon the batter over the whole cookies, filling each cup.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until set, then cool and chill 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Use paper liners so the bites pop right out.

6) Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake

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It's light and bright, and a little rustic, and the ricotta keeps it feeling light and easy, so you can go back for seconds!

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Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake

This cheesecake features lemon and ricotta to create a refined, bright Italian cheesecake!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 lemons zested and juiced

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and ricotta together until smooth.
  3. Add the sugar and beat until creamy.
  4. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then the lemon zest and juice.
  5. Pour over the crust and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set, then cool and chill 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Drain the ricotta if it seems watery for a firmer set.

7) Salted Caramel Cheesecake

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The mix of salty and sweet flavors in this treat will take your taste buds on an unimaginable journey. The shiny caramel drizzle will help your dessert dreams become a reality.

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Salted Caramel Cheesecake

A luxurious baked cheesecake, finished with a shimmering salted caramel drizzle and a touch of flaky sea salt.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low.
  4. Pour over the crust and bake for 60 to 65 minutes until set.
  5. Cool completely, then chill for at least 4 hours.
  6. Pour the salted caramel over the top and finish with flaky sea salt before serving.

Notes

Warm the caramel slightly so it pours into a smooth glaze.

8) Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

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The dessert version of fall is here, and we think it's the only worthy competitor to pumpkin pie (sorry, not sorry). Cozy sweater NOT included.

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Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

A rich pumpkin cheesecake with warm spices and gingersnap crust.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gingersnap crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the gingersnap crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Mix in the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  5. Pour over the crust and bake for 60 to 65 minutes until just set.
  6. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours before serving with whipped cream.

Notes

Use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.

9) Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake

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Elegant and earthy with that stunning green color – a total showstopper and a touch of fancy, a lot of delicious!

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Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake

A smooth baked cheesecake with earthy matcha green tea flavoring and a buttery crust.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 tbsp matcha powder
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Whisk the matcha powder with the heavy cream until smooth and lump-free.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy, then add the eggs one at a time.
  4. Blend in the matcha cream until evenly green.
  5. Pour over the crust and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set, then cool and chill 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Sift the matcha first to avoid green specks.

10) White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

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A wonderful pairing is using raspberry to cut the creaminess of white chocolate. It feels almost too posh to eat.

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White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

A luxurious white chocolate cheesecake with a rich raspberry swirl and a buttery crumb cracker crust!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 8 oz white chocolate melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup raspberry sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  3. Blend in the melted white chocolate.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  5. Pour over the crust, dollop with raspberry sauce, and swirl with a knife.
  6. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set, then cool and chill 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Let the melted white chocolate cool slightly so it doesn't seize.

11) Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake

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With each bite you can taste the sunny lemons and juicy blueberries. It is the summertime dessert we all dream about!

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Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake

A shiny homemade blueberry compote tops a delicious lemon-scented cheesecake.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 lemons zested and juiced
  • 1.5 cups blueberries for compote

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Mix in the lemon zest and juice.
  4. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until just set.
  5. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours.
  6. Simmer the blueberries with a spoon of sugar into a compote and spoon over the chilled cake before serving.

Notes

Let the compote cool fully before topping the cake.

12) Turtle Cheesecake

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Over the top and unapologetic, just like the candy! Piled high with chocolate, caramel, and pecans!

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Turtle Cheesecake

A decadent cheesecake topped with a shirt of rich caramel and chocolate and sprinkled with toasted pecans.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup toasted pecans chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Pour over the crust and bake for 60 to 65 minutes until set.
  4. Cool completely, then chill at least 4 hours.
  5. Drizzle the chilled cheesecake with caramel and melted chocolate.
  6. Sprinkle generously with toasted pecans before serving.

Notes

Toast the pecans first for the deepest flavor.

13) S'mores Cheesecake

a s'mores cheesecake topped with golden toasted marshmallows and chocolate drizzle over a graham crust, a slice on a plate, wide horizontal shot, warm natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Enjoy all of the campfire magic without any bug spray. The toasted marshmallow top is the best part!

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S'mores Cheesecake

Chocolate cheesecake placed on a graham cracker crust, topped with toasted marshmallows and a chocolate drizzle.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 6 oz chocolate melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then blend in the melted chocolate.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  4. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  5. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours.
  6. Pile on the mini marshmallows and toast under the broiler until golden before serving.

Notes

Watch the marshmallows closely under the broiler; they brown fast.

14) Red Velvet Cheesecake

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These treats are a deep red color which are dramatic and crowned with a tangy cream cheese frosting which is awesome for Valentine’s or any other day you are feeling fancy.

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Red Velvet Cheesecake

A vivid red velvet cheesecake featuring a hint of cocoa and crowned with a cream cheese swirl.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  3. Mix in the cocoa powder and red food coloring until evenly colored.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  5. Pour over the crust and bake for 60 to 65 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, chill at least 4 hours, then top with cream cheese frosting before serving.

Notes

Gel food coloring gives the deepest red without thinning the batter.

15) Cherry Almond Cheesecake

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Glossy cherries are the perfect touch to make these soft baked treats really pop. Sweet cherries and just a hint of almond gives this a taste reminiscent of a high end bakery.

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Cherry Almond Cheesecake

A silky cheesecake with an almond fragrance, finished with shiny cherry pie filling to create a dessert in true diner style.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 can cherry pie filling for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Mix in the almond extract.
  4. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  5. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours.
  6. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top just before serving.

Notes

Go easy on the almond extract; a little goes a long way.

16) Honey Lavender Cheesecake

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This cheesecake is light and floral, and just unexpected enough to feel special. It will be perfect for your most elegant gatherings.

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Honey Lavender Cheesecake

A smooth cheesecake softly blended with floral notes of lavender and sweetened with honey.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Steep the lavender in the warmed honey for 10 minutes, then strain.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then blend in the lavender honey.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  5. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours before drizzling with honey and serving.

Notes

Use food-grade lavender and steep gently to avoid bitterness.

17) Key Lime Cheesecake

a pale green key lime cheesecake topped with whipped cream swirls and lime zest, a slice cut beside lime wedges, on a bright tropical-themed table, wide horizontal shot, bright natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Tropical flavors and an ocean breeze come to mind with the first bite, leaving you feeling refreshed.

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Key Lime Cheesecake

A zesty key lime cheesecake with a filling made from citrus. The cheesecake is topped off with a graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup key lime juice
  • 1 tbsp lime zest

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Mix in the key lime juice and lime zest.
  4. Pour over the crust and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes until the center is just set.
  6. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours before topping with whipped cream and serving.

Notes

Bottled key lime juice works great when fresh ones are hard to find.

18) Amaretto Cheesecake

an amaretto cheesecake topped with toasted sliced almonds around the edges, a slice on a plate beside a small glass of liqueur, on a warm wooden table, wide horizontal composition, soft natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

An adult cheesecake featuring a warm glow from the almond liqueur. Perfect for the dinner party!

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Amaretto Cheesecake

A rich amaretto liqueur cheesecake with toasted sliced almonds on top.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups amaretti cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds toasted

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Mix in the amaretto liqueur.
  4. Pour over the crust and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, chill at least 4 hours, then top with toasted sliced almonds before serving.

Notes

Almond extract can stand in for the liqueur in a pinch.

19) Banoffee Cheesecake

a banoffee cheesecake topped with whipped cream, banana slices, and toffee drizzle, a slice cut to show the banana layer, on a rustic table, wide horizontal shot, warm natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

A delicious slice of toffee, banana, and cream, combined to make one British inspired dessert treat.

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Banoffee Cheesecake

A fantastic cheesecake layered with bananas and toffee with a whipped cream topping and buttery biscuit base.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 bananas sliced
  • 3/4 cup toffee sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Layer the banana slices over the crust and drizzle with half the toffee sauce.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  4. Pour the batter over the bananas and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, chill at least 4 hours, then top with whipped cream and the remaining toffee before serving.

Notes

Slice the bananas just before assembling so they don't brown.

20) Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

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For the chocolate and peanut butter lovers in your life, this one stops conversations at the dessert table.

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Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

An extra thick cheesecake with creamy peanut butter and chopped peanut butter cups on a chocolate cookie crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1.5 cups peanut butter cups chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  4. Fold in most of the chopped peanut butter cups.
  5. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, chill at least 4 hours, then top with the remaining peanut butter cups before serving.

Notes

Drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra-decadent finish.

21) Coconut Mango Cheesecake

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Imagine a tropical island vacation in the form of a creamy, dreamy cheesecake! The refreshing flavor combination of sweet and tangy coconut and mango takes us right to the beach!

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Coconut Mango Cheesecake

Tropical mango puree adds a bright touch to this creamy coconut cheesecake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut cream
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup mango puree for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then blend in the coconut cream.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  4. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  5. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours.
  6. Spread the mango puree over the top and sprinkle with toasted coconut before serving.

Notes

Toast some shredded coconut for a pretty, crunchy garnish.

22) Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake

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Rich chocolate with toasty undertones of hazelnut. This is the warm blanket of cheesecakes.

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Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake

A rich chocolate cheesecake with hazelnut spread and chopped toasted hazelnuts on top.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup toasted hazelnuts chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then blend in the chocolate hazelnut spread.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed.
  4. Pour over the crust and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, chill at least 4 hours, then top with chopped toasted hazelnuts before serving.

Notes

Toast and skin the hazelnuts for the best flavor and crunch.

23) Cappuccino Cheesecake

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If you love coffee, this slice is for you! It's like your favorite cafe drink turned into dessert.

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Cappuccino Cheesecake

A creamy cheesecake with an espresso infusion and a dusting of cocoa to capture the essence of your favorite coffee house treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the cookie crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Dissolve the espresso powder in a tablespoon of hot water.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in the dissolved espresso.
  5. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  6. Cool, chill at least 4 hours, then dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

Pipe whipped cream around the edge for a true cappuccino look.

24) Mango Passionfruit Cheesecake

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The bright flavor of the tropics is sure to make everyone swoon.

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Mango Passionfruit Cheesecake

A mango and passionfruit glaze on top adds a fruity and tropical finishing touch to the rich cheesecake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup mango puree
  • 1/2 cup passionfruit pulp for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and press the crumbs into a springform pan.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Blend in half of the mango puree.
  4. Pour over the crust and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until set.
  5. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours.
  6. Stir the remaining mango puree with the passionfruit pulp and spoon over the top before serving.

Notes

Strain the passionfruit if you prefer it without seeds.
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