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Cheesecakes

You, too, cake bake cheesecakes as good, if not better than those found in a restaurant. Here some tips and recipes just for you.

Chocolate Mint Cheesecake

This recipe for Chocolate Mint Cheesecake is made with Thin Mints, a Girl Scouts Cookie.

Making Cheesecake with Step by Step Photo Instructions

Here are the step by step instructions for making cheesecake.

Turtle Cheesecake Squares

Here is a recipe for Turtle Cheesecake Squares topped with lots of caramel and chocolate.

Dark Chocolate-Orange Cheesecake Recipe

Here is a recipe for a Dark Chocolate-Orange Cheesecake.

Fruit Surprise Cheesecake

Here is a recipe for Fruit Surprise Cheesecake.

New York - Style Cheesecake

Here is a recipe for New York - Style Cheesecake.

Eggnog Cheesecake

Eggnog Cheesecake is the perfect party dessert.

Chocolate Cheesecake

Here is a recipe for chocolate cheesecake.

Tips for the Perfect Cheesecake

Here are several tips for the perfect cheesecake.

How to Soften Cream Cheese

If you're like me, when I'm ready to bake, I'm ready to bake. I don't want to wait for my cream cheese to soften on the counter. I've tried using it half softened and ended up with chunks of cheese through out my dish. Here are simple directions for softening cream cheese in your microwave.

Amaretto Mousse Cheesecake

You get the creaminess of mousse combined with the denseness of cheesecake in this recipe for Amaretto Mousse Cheesecake.

Bailey's Irish Cream Cheesecake

If you like Bailey's Irish Cream then you'll love this cheesecake.

Creme Brulee Cheesecake

Creme Brulee Cheesecake is topped with that famous burnt caramel topping.

Easy Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Just like the recipe name implies, these Lemon Cheesecake Bars are easy to make.

Eggnog Cheesecake

This is one of the prettiest desserts you can make. It's less like a traditional cheesecake and more like a cream pie made in a springform pan.

Holiday Cheesecake Bars

Holiday Cheesecake Bars are decorated with red and green maraschino cherries and stored in the refrigerator.

Lemon Swirl Cheesecake

I know you'll love this cheesecake as much as I do. Perfect orange or lime better than lemon? Just substitute either flavors in this great cheesecake.

Low Fat and Low Carb Orange Dream Cheesecake

It's hard to find a dessert that is both low in fat and carbohydrates. This Orange Dream Cheesecake fits the bill.

Low-Fat Baked Cheesecake

Fat free cream cheese and reduced fat graham crackers help to lower the fat grams in this cheesecake.

Mini Lemon Cheesecakes

This recipe for Mini Lemon Cheesecakes starts with a lemon bar mix.

Old Fashioned Cheese Cake

Here is a recipe for Old Fashioned Cheese Cake.

Praline Cheesecake

I know you'll enjoy the wonderful flavor combination of gingersnaps and caramel in this recipe for praline cheesecake.

Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake

This is the winning recipe in the Pumpkin Pandemonium Family Day at Zoo Montana.

Sicilian Cheesecake

I think you'll enjoy this cheesecake made with sponge cake and ricotta cheese.

Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle

Here's a different way to have your cheesecake.

White Chocolate Cheesecake

This White Chocolate Cheesecake is enhanced with macadamia nuts.

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