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    The 35 BEST Cheesecake Recipes

    Hey guys… It’s a cheesecake time! How many of you get excited at the prospect of making your very own cheesecake? Cheesecakes are the perfect little things to whip up for potlucks and get togethers like baby showers and bridal showers.

    Make a cheesecake from scratch and it will surely bring big smiles to faces on some special days like Valentine’s and Mother’s day. Making a cheesecake may seem a little scary at first, but we promise you, it’s not that difficult! You can make mighty good cheesecakes by following step by step instructions and they will look and taste better than any fancy bakery cheesecakes.

    We have compiled this fabulous list of Cheesecake Recipes that has all the classic baked and no bake varieties. From various decadent chocolate cheesecakes, to Tiramisu to cheese cakes with various berries, to creamy classic vanilla beans to unique recipes like goat cheese cheesecake with figs, and so much more.

    The 35 BEST Cheesecake Recipes

    Grab a cup of coffee and go through all and decide which one you are whipping up first in your kitchen…


    1. New York Style Cheesecake

    We’re starting this deliciously divine cheesecake list with classic New York style cheesecake. Now who wouldn’t like to dig into this rich, creamy and smooth cheesecake? New York style cheesecake is a tad bit different than your regular cheesecake, being more creamy and dense.

    Learn the tips and tricks and make this happen in your very own kitchen. You can top this with any topping of your choice.

    Get the Recipe @ lifeloveandsugar


    2. White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

    This elegant looking cheesecake is perfect for holidays or special occasions.

    Like any other cheesecake, it starts with a simple graham cracker crust on the bottom. Then a layer of delicious white chocolate cheesecake with raspberries mixed in. Then there comes the topping made with raspberry sauce. Throw on some more berries and there you go… Amazing looking cheesecake.

    Get the Recipe @ tatyanaseverydayfood


    3. No Bake Tiramisu Cheesecake

    Are you craving some tiramisu? Have all those delicious Italian dessert flavors in your cheesecake. Can you guess what the crust of this cheesecake is made up of? Crispy ladyfingers… Yumm. This is a no bake cheesecake, too.

    Get the Recipe @ thekitchn


    4. Chocolate Cheesecake

    Are you looking for a great chocolate cheesecake recipe? Then this is it! There is nothing more chocolatey, rich, creamy and silky smooth than this cheesecake. This one has a crust made with Oreo and topped with creamy ganache. So much chocolate in every single bite.

    Get the Recipe @ thefoodcharlatan


    5. No Bake Mixed Berry Cheesecake Bars

    Aren’t they look gorgeous? These mixed berry cheesecake bars are the easiest dessert you can make and will wow everyone. They are made with a graham cracker crust layered with smooth vanilla bean cheesecake battered all swirled in with mixed berry coulis.

    If you want a fancy, unique looking dessert for your get together or potluck, this is it.

    Get the Recipe @ cloudykitchen


    6. Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

    Lemon and blueberry, such a classic flavor combo in any dessert… Try these irresistible flavors in your cheesecake. This thick and smooth cheesecake has tons of blueberries. Made with a graham cracker crust and a delicious lemony cheesecake batter, all topped with homemade blueberry sauce.

    One bite and you are hooked!

    Get the Recipe @ lifeloveandsugar


    7. Caramel Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake

    Who wouldn’t like a raspberry and chocolate combination? Treat yourself to this ultimate chocolate berry combo cheesecake. It has a base made with chocolate graham crackers. That’s topped with cheesecake batter mixed with melted chocolate and caramel bits… yumm.

    All gets a crowing glory of fresh raspberries and more caramel. This is a great contender for special days like Valentine’s and Mother’s day.

    Get the Recipe @ tatyanaseverydayfood


    8. Expresso Cheesecake

    Coffee lovers, here is one for you. Loaded with expresso coffee flavor, this is one bite of pleasure for all coffee addicts. It has an Oreo crust with brewed expresso cheesecake and a layer of chocolate ganache. Bold and delicious.

    Get the Recipe @ thefirstyearblog


    9. Dark Chocolate Cheesecake

    Big, bold dark chocolate flavors are loaded into this ultimate chocolate cheesecake. The flavors comes from a mix of cocoa powder and melted chocolate. It’s rich and super creamy delicious. Make this as a center piece for you next family gathering and see it gone in minutes.

    Get the Recipe @ lifeloveandsugar


    10. No Bake Cheesecake with Strawberries

    This is a true no bake cheesecake when you don’t want to heat up the oven in the summer. Using mascarpone cheese in the cream cheese mixture is the secret for perfect cheesecake consistency and a light airy texture. All topped with fresh strawberry slices and homemade strawberry sauce.

    Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen


    11. Pecan Pie Cheesecake

    This cheesecake is perfect a center piece for the Thanksgiving or Christmas table. Made with delicious pecan crust layered with cheesecake filling with brown sugar and finally topped with your favorite pecan pie topping. Delicious.

    Get the Recipe @ bakerbynature


    12. Strawberry Nutella Cheesecake

    Nutella fans? Here is the cheesecake to whip up for your friends and family. This rich and creamy cheesecake is melt in your mouth delicious. Plus, it’s absolutely dead drop gorgeous.

    Get the Recipe @ tatyanaseverydayfood


    13. Baileys Cheesecake

    This is one delicious boozy cheesecake. Why it wouldn’t be? Anything you add that addictive Baileys to turns great, doesn’t it? The crust here is made with Oreo cookies, then filled with creamy Baileys flavored cheesecake. In the end, it gets topped up with ganache and chocolate whipped cream. Decadently delicious.

    Get the Recipe @ myheavenlyrecipes


    14. Passionfruit No Bake Cheesecake

    Another no bake beauty. This passionfruit cheesecake is such a tropical treat on hot summer days. Take this to your summer get togethers or potlucks and see the crowd draw towards this incredible dessert. It’s made with simple graham cracker cookie crust followed by passionfruit cheesecake filling and passionfruit curd topping… Yumm.

    Get the Recipe @ cloudykitchen


    15. Banana Cream Cheesecake

    This Banana cream flavor is a cheesecake to be loved by all ages. Made with fresh bananas, it’s loaded with banana flavors all over, in the batter and topping. The crust is made with vanilla wafers and the topping is banana Bavarian cream. All yum…

    Get the Recipe @ lifeloveandsugar


    16. Vanilla Bean Cheesecake

    This is a copycat of Cheesecake Factory’s Vanilla Bean flavor… or should we say, it’s a little better than the restaurant. Making this in your kitchen is so much more satisfying and fulfilling, and so much cheaper. It has a graham cracker crust with vanilla bean flavored batter and is topped with white chocolate mousse and whipped cream.

    Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy


    17. No Baked Oreo Cheesecake

    A favorite of all kiddos and adults… Oreo. Anything with plenty of Oreo is awesome, be it ice cream, cakes or this cheesecake. Whip up this easy no bake Oreo cheesecake without heating up the oven.

    Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo


    18. Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake

    Looking for some Thanksgiving or Halloween dessert ideas? How about this Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake? This is a perfect fall cheesecake, when everything and anything is whipped up with a pumpkin. It’s made with two layers, one caramel and the other pumpkin. All gets topped with spiced whipped cream.

    Get the Recipe @ tatyanaseverydayfood


    19. Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Figs

    Impress your friends and family with this gorgeous Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Figs, Pistachios and Honey. This cheesecake is melt in your mouth delicious. Whip this beauty up next time you lay your hands on some good looking fresh figs.

    Get the Recipe @ jocooks


    20. Blackberry Cheesecake Bars

    Have a pint of some juicy fresh blackberries? Use them in these decadently tasty cheesecake bars. They are delicious and creamy with a blackberry swirl. This recipe gives you tips and tricks how to make the perfect cheesecake without using a water bath.

    Get the Recipe @ theloopywhisk


    21. Key Lime Cheesecake

    This key lime pie cheesecake is bursting with creamy key lime flavors, has a graham cracker crust and is topped with sweet whipped cream. Such fresh, tangy, refreshing citrussy flavors.

    Get the Recipe @ togetherasfamily


    22. No Bake Mango Cheesecake

    All those sweet juicy ripe mangoes you get in summer time should end up in this fabulous mango cheesecake. Summers are not over with dessert treats made with this summer fruit. This no bake mango cheesecake is all about a creamy mousse like cheesecake loaded with mango bites everywhere.

    Get the Recipe @ recipetineats


    23. Caramel Apple Blondie Cheesecake

    Got too many apples and don’t know what to do with them? We have just the right recipe for you… this Caramel Apple Blondie Cheesecake. It has layers of apple spice blondie and no-bake caramel cheesecake. Then it’s topped with cinnamon apples and caramel sauce! How yum does that sound?

    Get the Recipe @ lifeloveandsugar


    24. Baked Raspberry Cheesecake

    This is a baked raspberry cheesecake with loaded raspberry flavors. It’s extremely easy to make without any water bath or special equipment. Just follow the step by step instructions and you end up with this incredible tasty cheesecake.

    Get the Recipe @ theloopywhisk


    25. Mixed Berry Cheesecake

    Cheesecake topped with all the berries you love in summer time. This cheesecake is loaded with fresh strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. Get your berry fix with this delicious and easy cheesecake. BTW… it’s a perfect dessert contender for 4th of July, as has that red, white and blue tricolor…

    Get the Recipe @ willcookforsmiles


    26. Salted Caramel Cheesecake

    One can’t get enough of sweet and salty caramel in desserts. This cheesecake is loaded with caramel inside the cheesecake as well as on the top. This melt in your mouth cheesecake has hints of vanilla with yummy caramel flavor.

    Get the Recipe @ lifeloveandsugar


    27. No Bake Snickers Cheesecake

    Your favorite Snickers bar in a cheesecake… How cool is that? This is a no bake cheesecake with graham cracker crust followed by creamy chocolate cheesecake all topped with chopped snickers bars. Kids are going to go crazy over this cheesecake.

    Get the Recipe @ cloudykitchen


    28. No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

    Look at this pretty colored cheesecake. This strawberry cheesecake is yours to make for bridal showers, baby showers, potlucks and family get togethers. It’s no bake and easy to whip up. Make this beauty happen if you are strawberry fan.

    Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen


    29. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    How about swapping pumpkin pie with these yummy pumpkin cheesecake bars this Thanksgiving? They could be fun for some Halloween themed party too. These bars are easy to make with a graham crust base. This bakes with a layer of vanilla cheesecake followed by a layer of pumpkin cheesecake.

    Cheesecake bars are the way to go, as they are easy to make and great to feed the big crowds.

    Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo


    30. Peach Cobbler Cheesecake

    Fusion of two desserts… New York style cheesecake and peach cobbler. You end up with Peach Cobbler Cheesecake. When peaches are in season, make the most of it and don’t forget to treat yourself to this amazingly delicious dessert.

    Get the Recipe @ omgchocolatedesserts


    31. No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake

    How many of you ever thought adding Creamsicle flavors to cheesecake? Isn’t it brilliant? This no bake Orange Creamsicle cheesecake is a MUST to try this summer. Its refreshing, rich, smooth and creamy. The crust is made up with Nilla Cookies with creamy orange cheesecake filling. All yum.

    Get the Recipe @ cincyshopper


    32. Lemon Lavender Mascarpone Cheesecake

    Treat yourself some day with this Lemon Lavender Mascarpone Cheesecake. We promise, it’s delicious. Creamy and rich with a graham cracker crust, it has a little lemony hint and subtle lavender flavor all topped with whipped cream topping.

    Get the Recipe @ aberdeenskitchen


    33. Cherry Cheesecake

    This classic cherry No Bake Cheesecake is a no brainer. Easy to make with a few simple steps and easily available pantry staples. You can whip up this cheesecake in no time.

    Get the Recipe @ simplejoy


    34. Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

    Want something fancy? Try this Crème Brûlée Cheesecake. It’s a delicious dessert that’s good looking too. This thick cheesecake has vanilla hints with a gingersnap crust and crunchy caramel shell topping. Follow step by step instructions to create this beauty in your home for some festive times.

    Get the Recipe @ thefoodcharlatan


    35. Almond Amaretto Cheesecake

    We’re ending this fabulous cheesecake list with this show stopping beauty. This Almond Amaretto Cheesecake will look and taste just like if you bought it from some fancy bakery. This thick and creamy cheesecake gets amazing flavors from almond extract and amaretto. Perfect way to end some delicious meal with your friends and family.

    Get the Recipe @ thenovicechefblog


    So many choices and so many flavors. It’s almost difficult to decide which cheesecake to choose for your next dessert. They are all fabulous and finger licking delicious!

    Pin or bookmark this collection of cheesecake recipes and it will take care of all the sweet times coming your way. Have fun whipping these up in your kitchen for your friends and family. Turn any time into special, fun times…

    Cheesecake recipes.

    The 35 BEST Cheesecake Recipes

    Yield: 1 cheesecake
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes

    This collection of easy homemade Cheesecake Recipes will give you plenty of delicious ways to boost your dessert game!

    Ingredients

    • cream cheese
    • sugar
    • sour cream
    • eggs
    • vanilla extract
    • graham cracker crust
    • your favorite toppings

    Instructions

    1. Choose a recipe that looks tasty. Try something you haven't had before, it's fun to experiment!
    2. Make a shopping list and buy the ingredients.
    3. Make your new favorite Cheesecake Recipe!

    Notes

    1. Let me know which recipes you try, I love hearing from you!

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      2 thoughts on “The 35 BEST Cheesecake Recipes”

      • THANK YOU!!!! The Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake sounds soo good. I will be making that as soon as I get back from the store next week. I would have never thought of a cheesecake with that flavor. The Missus loves Creamsicle flavor, this one will surely be a hit with her. Again, thank you.`

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