Whether baked, frozen or deconstructed, this rich and creamy dessert is impossible to resist in all its glorious forms. From classic New York-style to a vegan raspberry cashew creation, we’ve rounded up our very best cheesecake recipes that are well worth the indulgence.
Raspberry Cashew Cheezecake
This plant-based dessert is not only delicious, it’s also gorgeous. The delightful cashew filling is infused with ruby red raspberries and nestled on a cacao-date-sunflower seed crust. Decorate with a drizzle of dark chocolate, dried raspberries and nuggets of the reserved crust. Discover how drool-worthy vegan cuisine can be with these popular vegan recipes.
Rainbow No-Bake Cheesecake
Layers of strawberry, mango and lime are combined in this tropical pastel no-bake cheesecake. Its airy, mousse-like texture makes it the perfect dessert to serve after a large meal. Want to whip up a sweet treat without turning on your oven? Try out our best no-bake desserts.
A Scrumptious Keto Cheesecake
Just because you’re following a keto diet doesn’t mean you have to skip dessert, especially if it’s a slice of this creamy cheesecake. Serve it with dark chocolate shavings or a sprinkling of toasted pecans.
Anna Olson’s Blueberry Skyr Cheesecake
Thick Icelandic yogurt, skyr, is made into a creamy no-bake cheesecake that’s naturally high in protein and calcium. It is also gluten-free with a nut and date crust. This recipe is free of refined sugar, using maple syrup to sweeten everything up instead. Blueberries add drama and big flavour to this impressive dessert.
Anna Olson's Classic New York Cheesecake
You’ll instantly fall in love with this New York-style cheesecake that’s decadently rich in taste, but fluffy in texture.
The Best Vegan Cheesecake
Sitting on a homemade maple graham crust is a decadent, delicious filling made from silken tofu. This fully vegan cheesecake feels rich, yet is light and can be finished with whichever topping you love.
Anna Olson's Key Lime Cheesecake
This tasty melding of two beloved desserts combines the tartness of key lime pie with the creaminess of rich cheesecake.
Carrot Cake Cheesecake Squares
Can’t decide between cheesecake and carrot cake? The good news: you don’t need to choose. This genius baked treat combines the two favourites for a dessert hybrid you’ll end up making year after year.
Rhubarb Raspberry Cheesecake
Creamy white cheesecake is paired with a ruby-red rhubarb and raspberry coulis, adding spring flavour and a pop of colour to your table.
The Pioneer Woman's Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies
Have your cake and your brownies too with this dessert bar fusion. A smooth strawberry cheesecake layer sits atop a chocolate brownie base that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Anna Olson's Banana Toffee Cheesecake
Smooth, creamy banana cheesecake sits atop a sugar cookie crust in this show-stopping dessert. It’s topped with rich toffee and caramelized bananas.
Crispy-Treat Cheesecake Bars
It’s official: cheesecake makes everything better… including crispy rice cereal bars. Even better? These treats are a cinch to make.
Carrot Cake-Cheesecake
Don’t get too excited yet. That isn’t just an extra thick layer of icing, but a creamy cheesecake, served on top of moist, spiced carrot cake. Talk about the ultimate dessert!
No-Bake S’mores Cheesecake
This no-bake s’mores cheesecake hybrid is the ideal summer dessert. With a delicate graham cracker crust, dark chocolate cheesecake filling and a marshmallow-inspired meringue topping, it’s just as gorgeous as it is tasty.
Giada De Laurentiis’ Mascarpone Cannoli Cheesecake
Embrace this new take on the classic Italian dessert that starts with a crunchy almond-biscotti base topped with a cheesy, baked filling, studded with chocolate chips.
Anna Olson's Individual Chocolate Swirl Cheesecakes
These individual desserts are filled with a creamy, mascarpone filling, with a crunchy, cookie-like crust.
Anna Olson’s Cranberry White Chocolate Cheesecake
Bright beautiful cranberries are delicious anytime of year. The tart little gems pair perfectly with white chocolate in Anna Olson’s creamy and festive holiday dessert.
Anna Olson's Cheesecake Pops
These two-bite lollipops are made with New York cheesecake and are then dipped into melted chocolate and decorated. Bet you can’t eat just one!
The Pioneer Woman's Cherry Cheesecake Shooters
Made in just 10 minutes with a total of five ingredients, these sweet shooters are bound to be a hit. Feel free to use a variety of pie fillings so everyone in your family can choose their fave.
Boston Cream Pie Cheesecake
Traditional Boston cream pie is typically made when a yellow butter cake is filled with smooth custard and topped with a chocolate glaze. In this recipe, a sour cream cheesecake layer is nestled between the cake layers for a tasty dessert mash-up.
Ina Garten's Limoncello Ricotta Cheesecake
The Barefoot Contessa knows a thing or two about making a drool-worthy dessert. Here, she gives classic cheesecake squares a fresh, spring-inspired spin with ricotta cheese and Italian limoncello.
No-Bake Breakfast Cheesecake Tart
Want cheesecake for breakfast? We won’t judge. For a healthier, guilt-free option to satiate the craving, make these no-bake bars featuring a granola oat crust together with a yogurt and coconut milk filling. Alternatively, whip up a batch as a better-for-you dessert option.
Pecan-Pie Cheesecake
This make-ahead dessert takes the flavours of the popular Southern holiday dessert and combines it with a baked cream cheesecake. The cake and caramel pecan sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to two days. Simply reheat the sauce before serving.
No-Bake Avocado Cheesecake
It may look like key lime pie, but this decadent dessert gets its bright green hue from avocados, which provide a delicious creamy consistency. Bonus: no baking required!
Ree Drummond's Salted Caramel Cheesecake Squares
For the ultimate sweet dessert, follow The Pioneer Woman’s lead and make these delectable treats. Don’t forget to top each with a dash of sea salt!
Pumpkin Brulee Cheesecake
This low-fat, low-calorie cheesecake is full of exquisite pumpkin flavour. Made with a lighter cream cheese, 2 per cent Greek yogurt and pumpkin puree, it’s finished with sugar and a kitchen torch to create that crackly brulee topping.
Rose Cheesecake Tart
A cream cheese filling is nestled inside a sweet sugar cookie crust and topped with mango and plum rose petals. It’s an impressive and decadent dessert for any occasion.
Million Heart Cheesecake
Chocolate wafer cookies, a sweet creamy cheese filling and delicate raspberry coulis hearts come together in a beautiful dessert that’s perfect for any romantic occasion.
The Pioneer Woman's Mini Turtle Cheesecake
Mini cheesecakes are a fantastic finale to any elaborate meal, allowing you to indulge in dessert even if you’re almost full. Ree makes these bite-sized cheesecakes with salted caramel, pecans, white chocolate and dark chocolate chips.
Canadian No-Bake Cheesecake Bars
You don’t even need to turn on the oven to whip up a batch of these no-bake desserts. A red graham cracker base and a few sprinkles make these creamy cheesecake bites celebration-worthy.