Food & Cooking Recipes Dessert & Treats Recipes Cheesecake Recipes 27 Cheesecake Recipes for Every Skill Level Our list of best cheesecake recipes includes a few no-bake options, too. By Kelly Vaughan Kelly Vaughan Kelly Vaughan is a New York City-based food writer and editor with six years of digital editorial experience in roles at MarthaStewart.com, Food52, and TODAY Show. In addition to her roles, Kelly has seven years of freelance food writing experience with work found in Allrecipes, Bon Appètit, Food & Wine, Real Simple, and more. Editorial Guidelines and Victoria Spencer Victoria Spencer Victoria Spencer is an experienced food editor, writer, and recipe developer. She manages the Martha Stewart recipe archive and is always curious about new ingredients and the best techniques. She has been working in food media for over 20 years. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 30, 2024 Close Photo: Brie Goldman Cheesecake is a winner. The combination of a buttery graham cracker crust and the luscious texture and tangy-sweet flavor of the filling is nothing short of spectacular. A classic cheesecake recipe is made with cream cheese, sour cream, egg yolks, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice. It bakes low and slow for at least two hours, then chills to set up. But why stop there? We have all kinds of delicious variations of the classic cheesecake recipe. Even our no-bake versions are not to be missed. They're crowd-pleasing desserts you can make any time of the year, and you can serve it sliced as is, or top it with a handful of fresh berries for a pop of color and contrasting flavor. Our 20 Most Popular Dessert Recipes Ever 01 of 27 No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Alpha Smoot Cheesecake made in the form of a sheet pan makes dessert preparation so easy. This version, topped with plump, seasonal blueberries and a berry compote, is especially delicious. View Recipe 02 of 27 Sernik (Polish-Style Cheesecake) Bryan Gardner A recipe from Martha's mom, this Polish-style cheesecake is an Easter tradition in the Kostyra family. Instead of the usual cream cheese filling and graham cracker crust, this cheesecake has a creamy filling made with farmer's cheese, sour cream, and golden raisins. The crust is a rich pie crust-like pastry made with flour, confectioners' sugar, butter, egg yolks, and sour cream. View Recipe 03 of 27 Triple-Chocolate Cheesecake David Loftus Fancy a triple dose of chocolate? There are chocolate wafers in the crust, semi-sweet chocolate in the filling, and a rich chocolate ganache smoothed on top of this super cheesecake. View Recipe 04 of 27 Peanut Butter and Jelly Cheesecake Squares Bryan Gardner Who doesn't love peanut butter and jelly? Since we know this combination is so widely loved, we turned the kid-friendly sandwich into crowd-pleasing cheesecake bars. View Recipe 05 of 27 No-Bake Key Lime Cheesecake Armando Rafael A genius pairing of key lime pie and cheesecake makes for one epic dessert. Bonus: It's also an easy no-bake dessert. View Recipe 06 of 27 Pumpkin Cheesecake Jason Donnelly Silky smooth, and light as air, our pumpkin cheesecake is packed with fall flavors. There's a toasted graham cracker crumb crust and a silky pumpkin and cream cheese filling spiced with the perfect amount of pumpkin pie spice. View Recipe 07 of 27 Lucinda's New York-Style Cheesecake Bryan Gardner Inspired by the very best from New York bakeries, this fan-favorite cheesecake recipe features a thick graham cracker crust and a rich filling made with cream cheese, sour cream, egg yolks, and two kinds of sugar. View Recipe 08 of 27 No-Bake Cheesecake Andrea Araiza This no-bake version of classic cheesecake is one of our most popular recipes. The filling is made with a decadent combination of cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk, which creates a pure white, silky finish. View Recipe 09 of 27 Instant Pot Cheesecake Bryan Gardner Use your favorite multi-cooker to make this irresistible cheesecake recipe. It bakes on the pressure cooker setting for 45 minutes, then chills in a refrigerator for at least two hours. View Recipe 10 of 27 Classic Cheesecake Brie Goldman Rich, smooth, and creamy, this classic cheesecake is hard to beat. Our recipe combines a handful of simple ingredients to make a satisfying dessert that everyone loves. A handful of fresh berries is all the toppings it needs. View Recipe 11 of 27 Ricotta Cheesecake With just 15 minutes of prep and no water bath required, this Italian-style cheesecake recipe is one of our easiest. View Recipe 12 of 27 Pumpkin Cheesecake Crunch Bites Mike Krautter A different take on cheesecake, this fall-friendly recipe has a pecan crust and a pumpkin filling, then more pecans for the topping. It's baked in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish rather than the usual springform pan. View Recipe 13 of 27 Apricot Cheesecake Tart Mike Krautter Who knew that a few dollops of fruit jam—in this case, apricot—could instantly take a basic cheesecake recipe to a sweeter level? We pipe it on top of the cheesecake right before baking. View Recipe 14 of 27 Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Justin Walker If you have leftover cranberry sauce from holiday festivities, swirl it into this cheesecake recipe for a luscious dessert. View Recipe 15 of 27 Margarita Cheesecake Con Poulos If you don't feel like mixing cocktails, dole them out by the slice instead. The alcohol bakes out while cooking, so guests of all ages can enjoy this decadent treat. View Recipe 16 of 27 Cheesecake Babka Mike Krautter Can't decide between serving cheesecake or babka, the sweet yeasted bread that originated in Eastern Europe? Try this recipe that combines two desserts in one. A cream cheese and ricotta cheese mixture—flavored with vanilla and lemon juice—is swirled through the loaf. View Recipe 17 of 27 Pumpkin Mousse Cheesecake This airy cheesecake recipe will instantly transport you to cloud nine. The dessert is comprised of three layers—a graham cracker crust, cheesecake filling, and pumpkin mousse topping. View Recipe 18 of 27 Strawberries and Cream Cheesecake Beatriz Da Costa Intense oven-roasted strawberries are folded into a blend of tangy mascarpone and cream cheese, then covered with a rich vanilla layer—proof that cheesecake can be both unexpected and delicious. View Recipe 19 of 27 Pumpkin-Cheesecake Pie With Gingersnap Crust Kate Mathis Serve this stunning twist on a classic fall dessert for Thanksgiving and no one will miss the usual pumpkin pie. The gingersnap cookie crust is a genius touch. View Recipe 20 of 27 No-Bake Cheesecake With Gingersnap Crust Another cheesecake with a gingersnap crust, this one is an easy no-bake cheesecake that's perfectly complimented by the spicy base. View Recipe 21 of 27 Cherry-Cheesecake Celebration Bombe Con Poulos For a true masterpiece, look no further. Even though it's a lengthy process, your family and guests will love this four-layer dessert: no-bake cheesecake batter, cookie and freeze-dried cherry crumbs, cherry-infused ice cream, and a pillowy sponge cake will turn this cake into a summer celebration. We promise it'll be worth your time! View Recipe 22 of 27 No-Bake Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Andrew Purcell A berry pretty combination of fruits suits July 4th, but you can top this no-bake cheesecake with whatever fruit is best at the market—and make this cheesecake all year long. View Recipe 23 of 27 Rhubarb Raspberry Cheesecake Squares Con Poulos Topping cheesecake with shimmering fruit is nothing new, but we spun this one in a fresh direction by swapping out the expected cherries for a rhubarb-raspberry gelee that's a spectacular ruby red color. View Recipe 24 of 27 Maple Cheesecake With Roasted Pears Maple syrup flavors this luscious cheesecake inside and out, from the creamy filling to the broiled pears on top. View Recipe 25 of 27 Gingerbread Cheesecake Sang An A molasses-gingerbread cookie dough does double duty here; it forms the crust and the cookies that top this charming holiday dessert. View Recipe 26 of 27 No-Bake Spiderweb Cheesecake Innocents are snared easily by a ganache spiderweb spun by a gumdrop spider with licorice-string legs. Try a bite, if you dare. View Recipe 27 of 27 Elizabeth's Eggnog Cheesecake Bars Infuse your cheesecake with one of the holiday season's best: eggnog. A thick, dense crust creates the perfect balance with the silky, creamy cheesecake, which is spiked with brandy and dusted with fresh nutmeg on top for the ultimate holiday vibe. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit