31 Dessert Recipes for People Who Love Cheesecake

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31 Dessert Recipes for People Who Love Cheesecake1/31 Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received this recipe from a co-worker who made these heavenly bars for a potluck. Since they combine two favorite flavors—chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake—in one bite, they were a hit with our three grown children. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, Pennsylvania 2/31 Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle

We turned cheesecake into irresistible bite-sized snacks with these cute little

Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a dessert that looks as great as it tastes, this one can’t be beat! Layers of rich pound cake, luscious cream and sweet strawberries make this treat very inviting. —Marnie Stoughton, Glenburnie, Ontario 3/31 Mini Cheesecake 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Jam-Topped Mini Cheesecakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Presto! We turned cheesecake into irresistible bite-sized snacks with these cute little

Feel free to use your favorite flavor of jam

treats. Feel free to use your favorite flavor of jam. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 4/31 Nutty Cheesecake Squares 14 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grew up on a farm and have had a lot of good recipes handed down to me. This is one of my favorite desserts to serve when guests come over or at family gatherings and church suppers. —Ruth Simon, Buffalo, New York 5/31 Berry Mini Cheesecakes 9 Reviews Berry Mini Cheesecakes Recipe photo by Taste of

This blueberry cheesecake ice cream is a hit!

Home Total Time 35 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s always room for some mini desserts! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 6/31 Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 16 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After sampling this flavor at an ice cream stand, I kept trying to duplicate it until it was just right. This blueberry cheesecake ice cream is a hit! —Melissa Symington, Neche, North Dakota 7/31

Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our daughter first astounded us with her cooking talents when she made this cheesecake at 13 years of age. With a unique cookie crumb crust and extra-creamy filling, people think this dessert was made by a gourmet baker! —Kathleen Gualano, Cary, Illinois 8/31 Lemon Cheesecake Tarts 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: To make these cute tarts more quickly, add the filling to store-bought phyllo tart shells. —Sarah Gilbert, Beaverton, Oregon 9/31 Creamy Mocha Frozen Dessert 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Light as a feather, this cool, satisfying dessert is delicious and impressive to serve. It’s an excellent dessert to take to a potluck because it can be made ahead and stored in the freezer. —Launa Shoemaker, Landrum, South Carolina 10/31 Blueberry Graham Dessert 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Graham Dessert

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When you’re short on time but long for cheesecake, try this fruity dessert. Ricotta and cream cheeses give every bit as much flavor as cheesecake without the effort. Instead of making individual servings, you could layer the ingredients in a glass serving bowl. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 11/31 Mint Brownie Cheesecake Cups 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mint Brownie Cheesecake Cups Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the

Bursting with mint chocolate, they’ll be the talk of the party

Recipe Creator: Set several plates of these fuss-free brownie cheesecake bites around the house for guests to munch on as they mingle. Bursting with mint chocolate, they’ll be the talk of the party. —Janet Payne, Lawrenceville, Georgia 12/31 Nutella Cheesecake 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Nutella Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 50 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Creamy chocolate-hazelnut spread tops a crust made of crushed Oreo cookies to make this irresistible baked cheesecake.—Nick Iverson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 13/31 Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pineapple

My mom often made pineapple upside down cake, but I prefer something creamier

Upside-Down Cheesecake Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom often made pineapple upside down cake, but I prefer something creamier. This recipe looks just like her cake, but gets even tastier as pineapple upside down cheesecake. —Marilyn McGinnis, Citrus Heights, California 14/31 Candy Bar Cheesecake Brownies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Candy Bar Cheesecake Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with these brownies as

a way to use up my son’s leftover Halloween candy

a way to use up my son’s leftover Halloween candy. You can tint the cream cheese orange for a spooky touch. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grv, Utah 15/31 Frozen Mocha Marbled Loaf 16 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Frozen Mocha Marbled Loaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This showstopping marbled dessert seems fancy, but it’s really simple to prepare ahead of time and pop in the freezer. Frosty slices have a creamy blend of chocolate and coffee that’s delightful anytime of year. —Cheryl Martinetto, Grand

This apple cheesecake won the grand prize in an apple recipe contest

Rapids, Minnesota 16/31 Caramel Apple Cheesecake 37 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Caramel Apple Cheesecake Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This apple cheesecake won the grand prize in an apple recipe contest. With caramel both on the bottom and over the top, every bite is sinfully delicious. —Lisa Morman, Minot, North Dakota 17/31 Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to

Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cheesecake lovers will savor every bite of this light and pretty pie, even if they don’t have to watch their diets. Our whole family enjoys it. —Kim Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois 18/31 Layered Pumpkin Dessert 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Layered Pumpkin Dessert Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe 19/31 Refrigerator Lime Cheesecake 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made this for a Father’s Day party, and it was a hit!

I guarantee compliments when you serve this fantastic dessert

I guarantee compliments when you serve this fantastic dessert. —Cher Anjema, Kleinburg, Ontario 20/31 Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake Test Kitchen Approved Copycat Cheesecake Factory Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The Cheesecake Factory’s chocolate mousse cheesecake is a special-occasion dessert that is worth the effort. Rich cheesecake is topped with silky chocolate mousse and whipped cream for a decadent chocolate delight. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 21/31 Tiramisu Cheesecake Dessert 35 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Tiramisu Cheesecake Dessert Recipe photo

It’s one of my favorite desserts to make this time of year

by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tiramisu didn’t do it for me until I tried this recipe with its luscious layers of cheesecake. It’s one of my favorite desserts to make this time of year. —Christie Nelson, Taylorville, Illinois 22/31 Toffee Cheesecake Bars 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These melt-in-your-mouth treats are absolutely delicious, and everyone will want seconds. A must for Christmas gift giving. No one would ever guess they’re

lighter. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah 23/31 Light & Easy Cheesecake Bars 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Light & Easy Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh hints of lemon in the tender crust and creamy filling of these berry-topped treats. —Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California 24/31 Snickers Cheesecake 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Snickers Cheesecake Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What do you get

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