Because cheesecake is such a popular dessert, baking-enthusiasts everywhere have been creating twists on the classic recipe. Everything from cheesecake cupcakes to cheesecake mousse have been popping up on my Pinterest timeline, and let’s be honest: I can’t resist. If you’re anything like me, you too will be unable to resist these innovative cheesecake-themed desserts. Check them out below!
1. Mini Cookies and Cream Cheesecakes
These bite-sized cookies and cream cupcakes are perfect for any party. They feature chocolate crust and cheesecake filling infused with cookie bits. They’re also topped with sweetened whipped cream and a mini Oreo cookie!
2. No Bake Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake
This huge cheesecake can feed the whole staff. The filling consists of peanut butter, cheesecake and Reese’s miniature candies. It’s crusted with Oreos and topped with chopped Reese’s and chocolate syrup.
3. Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
This recipe brings a light, fruity twist to cheesecake. These bars have: a classic graham cracker crust, a lemon and blueberry cheesecake filling and are topped with fresh blueberries.
4. Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cupcakes
This more versatile cheesecake cupcake recipe comes with two topping options: salted caramel or strawberry. Regardless of which you choose, the cupcake consists of a graham cracker crust and classic cheesecake filling.
5. Andes Mint Mini Cheesecakes
Who doesn’t love Andes mints? These mini cheesecakes feature a chocolate crust and mint-infused cheesecake filling, but what makes them shine is the melted chocolate and chopped Andes on top!
This totally innovative recipe combines Boston Cream Pie and cheesecake to create the perfect dessert. The first layer is cake, the second layer is cheesecake and the top layer is chocolate!
If you’re vegan (and even if you’re not), you’ll love this Matcha green tea cheesecake. It has a shortbread base and Matcha-infused cheesecake filling. It’s also topped with Matcha and fresh raspberries!
8. Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes
For this classic cheesecake cupcake recipe, you have a graham cracker crust, cheesecake filling and strawberry sauce topping. Add a fresh strawberry on top for a light touch!
If you love banana cream pie, you’ll love this recipe! It consists of a graham cracker crust topped with bananas, a banana pudding-infused cheesecake filling and a whipped cream and banana topping.
10. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake
Let’s be honest, cookie dough is everyone’s favorite dessert! This cheesecake features a cookie crumb crust and cookie dough cheesecake filling. It’s also topped with chocolate ganache and whipped cream!
This light, citrus recipe doesn’t require baking! It consists of a lemon Jell-O and cheesecake mousse and can be topped with blackberries.
Who wouldn’t love combining s’mores and cheesecake? This recipe calls for a chocolate, marshmallow and graham cracker crust. It also calls for a classic cheesecake filling topped with hot fudge and marshmallows.
13. White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Bites
These party-friendly bites are every dessert-lover’s dream. The recipe calls for an Oreo crust, white chocolate cheesecake filling and raspberry sauce topping. Add whipped cream to finish it off!
14. Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Brownies
This holiday favorite combines two classic dessert favorites! The recipe features a chocolate chip brownie swirled with cheesecake topping.
This list wouldn’t be complete without a simple, classic cheesecake recipe!