Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence in desserts, a more-than-rich delight that can be tailored any which way to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.
There's a cheesecake recipe out there to make your weekend baking very, very special. Below, we've rounded up some of the most delectable and inventive cheesecakes.
Classic New York cheesecake - One can never go wrong with classic New York-style cheesecakes. This rich and dense dessert features a smooth texture with a minor tang bestowed by cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and just a touch of lemon. Baked to perfection, it is best enjoyed with a simple topping of fresh berries or with a drizzle of berry compote.
Oreo Cheesecake - Dream cheesecakes for every cookie lover-the crust has crushed Oreos, with a rich, creamy filling just loaded with even more chunks of Oreos. So, the result is a rich, chocolatey cheesecake that pairs well with one glass of milk. Top with whipped cream and a few whole Oreos before serving if desired.
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake - A match made in heaven, lemon and blueberry come together in this cheesecake. Tartness from the lemon balances sweetness from fresh blueberries perfectly, therefore turning this dessert refreshing while light and satisfying. The magic behind how this cheesecake pops is the homemade blueberry sauce that's swirled into the batter before baking and spooned on top before serving.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake - If you love the classic chocolate and peanut butter combo, then this cheesecake will blow your mind. The crust is made from crushed cookies dipped in chocolate; the filling is made with cream cheese, peanut butter, and sugar, with melted chocolate swirled through it. The whole thing is topped off with a very generous drizzle of chocolate ganache and chopped peanuts.
Salted Caramel Cheesecake - For any salted caramel lover, this is your cheesecake. Beginning with a buttery graham cracker crust, it's filled with a creamy, caramel-flavoured filling. This cheesecake gets smothered in a layer of homemade salted caramel sauce and sprinkled with sea salt once it has baked.
Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake - This Japanese-inspired cheesecake provides what any matcha lover would want: an earthy flavour profile, subtle yet refreshing. The green tea powder colours the cheesecake a vibrant green and adds subtle, refreshing bitterness that will help balance the sweetness of the cream cheese filling.
Red Velvet Cheesecake - For all the red velvet lovers out there, well, this is a treat: cheesecake packed with all the flavours of the cake, swirled together with creaminess in a chic, vanilla cheesecake. Swirled into that brightly red filling is a layer of vanilla cheesecake-a beautiful swirly, marbled effect. The tang of the cream cheese frosting perfectly cuts through the richness of the cocoa flavour to make this a real showstopper perfect for any special occasion.
Tiramisu Cheesecake - Tiramisu cheesecake is like the ultimate indulgence in combining two of the most favourite desserts. A crust made from ladyfingers soaked in coffee is overwhelmed with a filling made of mascarpone and cream cheese, flavoured with espresso and a pinch of cocoa. Dust with cocoa powder just before serving for that traditional Tiramisu finish. This is a smart twist on the cheesecake to wow your guests.
No matter if you are one of those persons who love the classics, or a person feeling quite adventurous, there's a cheesecake out there for everyone.
