Say Cheeeeeeesecake! Nine Indulgent Recipes for National Cheesecake Day

If any dessert deserves the national spotlight, it’s cheesecake. Rich and creamy with a touch of tang and a crunchy crust, what’s not to love? Plus, you can flavor them with just about anything – chocolate chips, fresh fruit, chocolate sauce, nuts, chocolate pieces, citrus, chocolate cookies…not that we have a favorite or anything.

Whether you prefer the extra indulgent New York style or the traditional Philadelphia style’s lighter texture, there’s a cheesecake to satisfy just about anyone’s sweet tooth. So break out your springform pans – we’re serving up nine delicious ways to celebrate with these easy-to-make cheesecakes.

3-STEP CHEESECAKE

Combine. Stir. Bake. It doesn’t get simpler from scratch than this classic crowd-pleaser. Serve as-is or make it extra special with fresh berries or fruit!

CHEESECAKE BROWNIES

This finger-food-friendly is perfect for large gatherings or outdoor cookouts. The sour cream gives the richness a lighter note to keep the get-together going.

EDWARDS® ORIGINAL WHIPPED CHEESECAKE

Looking for a cheesecake cheat code? Pick up EDWARDS! This frozen, grab-and-go dessert is a delicious option when you don’t have time to make one from scratch.

MINI CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKES

These adorable minis use cupcake tins, chocolate wafer cookies and low-fat yogurt for delightfully cute bite-size treats. Don’t be afraid to have two….or six!

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESECAKE

Chocolate on the bottom, peanut butter on top and a whole bunch of rich deliciousness when it comes together. This classic flavor combination is an indulgent addition to any gathering.

BERRY CHEESECAKE ICE CREAM SQUARES

Switch up a traditional cheesecake with this ice cream-based, snack-sized dessert! It brings together salty butter crackers, sweet strawberry ice cream and fresh strawberries for a treat that screams summer.

NO-BAKE TURTLE CHEESECAKE PHYLLO CUPS

Why turn on the oven when you can make these delicious no-bake turtle cheesecakes with simple phyllo shells?

CRISPY CHEESECAKE SQUARES

If you’re short on time but still want to create a homemade dessert, start with a store-bought cheesecake and fancy them up in no time with this shortcut recipe.

CHERRY CHEESECAKE

This amazing no-bake cheesecake takes just a handful of ingredients and 10 minutes to prep. It’s sure to dominate the dessert table.

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