Tag: cheesecake

Classic Cheesecake

Some confections are so good that it doesn’t even seem possible to recreate them at home, but your wildest dessert dreams are now a possibility. This classic New York-style cheesecake is so smooth and rich that one bite will transport you straight to a 5-star restaurant. Cheesecake is one of the most iconic desserts in America, and few…


Polish Cold Cheesecake

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time for summery desserts, like a creamy, chilled cheesecake. Challenge your baking skills this weeked with this recipe for Polish cold cheesecake. The dessert, which is topped with strawberries and Jell-O, is the perfect way to welcome warmer weather. Perfecting this dynamic dessert’s fluffy filling and crumbly…


Red Velvet Cheesecake Is Just the Right Amount of Over-the-Top

In the world of cakes, red velvet demands your attention. Special occasions call for cake, but red velvet is the special occasion. There’s something so celebratory about it. Cheesecake has a similar status—it’s not an everyday bake, and the thought of it suggests a bit of indulgence. Combining the two gives you a stunning dessert…


Easier Than Cheesecake, Just as Delicious

Cheesecake is delicious, but baking a big traditional one can be tricky. You have to bake a large cheesecake inside another pan filled with water to make sure it bakes evenly—a fussy and delicate maneuver in the oven. Smaller cheesecake bars are just as delicious, with a crisp graham cracker crust and a tangy, custardy…


No-Bake Tiramisu Cheesecake Is as Good (And Easy) as It Sounds

If there was ever a match made in delicious-sweets heaven, it is the union of tiramisu and no-bake cheesecake. Tiramisu’s flavors (espresso, chocolate, mascarpone) play so well with rich and creamy cheesecake that it can only be said they were made for each other. Plus, is there anything more fun than a ladyfinger crust? To…


How to Make Basque Cheesecake at Home

My first bite of Basque cheesecake was a revelation. I’ve never been a fan of super-rich New York-style cheesecake, so it was as if Basque cheesecake—which is decidedly less sweet and really lets the flavor of the cheese shine—was made for me. I was initially drawn in by its dark, almost-burnt appearance, but it was…