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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.

Cheesecake Collection

Yes, you can make the perfect cheesecake. Just follow the simple step-by-step photo instructions. You'll also find additional no-fail tips and loads of delicious cheesecake recipes on this page.

Making Cheesecake with Step by Step Photo Instructions

Here are the step by step instructions for making cheesecake.

Tips for the Perfect Cheesecake

Here are several tips for the perfect cheesecake.

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.

Chocolate Cheesecake

Here is a recipe for chocolate cheesecake.

Chocolate Mint Cheesecake

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

Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Here's a recipe for Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake courtesy of Driscoll's.

Creme Brulee Cheesecake

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

Dark Chocolate-Orange Cheesecake Recipe

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

Desserts Made with Graham Crackers

Here are several desserts made with graham crackers, graham cracker crumbs and/or graham cracker crumb crusts.

Easy Lemon Cheesecake Bars

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

Eggnog Cheesecake

Eggnog Cheesecake is the perfect party dessert.

Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake

I like this cheesecake for a couple of reasons. One being it's a dense cheesecake, which is because there's more cream cheese in this recipe than most. I also like the fact that this cheesecake is made in an 9x13 rectangular pan. When many people will be cutting their own piece, it doesn't get as messy. The last reason I like this recipe is that you can never have too many blueberries. Between th…

Fruit Surprise Cheesecake

Here is a recipe for Fruit Surprise Cheesecake.

Graham Cracker Crust

Here is a recipe for a graham cracker crust.

Holiday Cheesecake Bars

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

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.

Lemon Swirl Cheesecake

Serve this show-stopping Lemon Swirl Cheesecake at your next dinner party.

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.

My Best Recipes

I hope you enjoy some of my best dessert recipes.

New York - Style Cheesecake

Here is a recipe for New York - Style Cheesecake.

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

This recipe for Strawberry Cheesecake makes a very dense cheesecake.

Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle

Here's a different way to have your cheesecake.

Turtle Cheesecake Squares

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

White Chocolate Cheesecake

This White Chocolate Cheesecake is enhanced with macadamia nuts.

Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

You get the enjoyment of both chocolate and cheesecake in this recipe for Chocolate Cheesecake Bars.

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