If you go to the #CheesecakeFactory, you’ll find cheesecakes that you never thought about. They do not have the exclusivity on variety. We decided we would dig in a little more and find out about these delicious desserts around the world on National Cheesecake Day.
Although it is believed to have originated in ancient Greece. The earliest recorded mention of cheesecake was made by the Greek physician Aegimus in the 5th century BCE. The Greeks and Romans both enjoyed a form of cheesecake, but it was quite different from the creamy dessert we know today. Their versions were more like a simple mixture of cheese, honey, and wheat.
New York’s cheesecake is a classic and dense cheesecake often has a graham cracker crust.
“Cotton Cheesecake” (Japanese version) it is a lighter and fluffy, incorporating whipped egg whites.
Italian’s incorporate ricotta cheese into their version, resulting in a slightly grainy texture.
“Fromage Blanc,” as the French call their cheesecake, uses a soft and fresh cheese like Neufchâtel or cottage cheese.
These are just a few examples, and the possibilities for cheesecake variations are practically endless. Bakers and chefs often get creative, experimenting with different flavors, toppings, and crusts to create unique and delightful cheesecakes.
If you are thinking of making one soon, maybe try one of these:
- Fruit-topped Cheesecake: Any of the above cheesecake types can be topped with various fruits, such as strawberries, blueberries, cherries, or peaches.
- Chocolate Cheesecake: Chocolate is added to the cheesecake batter, creating a rich and decadent dessert.
- Marble Cheesecake: A combination of plain and chocolate cheesecake batters are swirled together, giving it a marbled appearance.
- Lemon Cheesecake: Lemon juice and zest are added to the batter, imparting a tangy and refreshing flavor.
- Pumpkin Cheesecake: Incorporates pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Key Lime Cheesecake: Made with key lime juice and often topped with whipped cream and lime zest.
- Oreo Cheesecake: Oreo cookies are used to make the crust, and sometimes crushed cookies are added to the filling.
- Red Velvet Cheesecake: Features the classic red velvet cake flavor combined with a cheesecake layer.
If you are thinking of making one soon, maybe try one of these:
These are just a few examples, and the possibilities for cheesecake variations are practically endless. Bakers and chefs often get creative, experimenting with different flavors, toppings, and crusts to create unique and delightful cheesecakes.