What’s better than a traditional cheesecake recipe? Cheesecake bars, brownies, pies, trifles, tarts and cookies.
31 Dessert Recipes for People Who Love Cheesecake
Updated on Sep. 17, 2024
1/31
Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I received this recipe from a co-worker who made these heavenly bars for a potluck. Since they combine two favorite flavors—chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake—in one bite, they were a hit with our three grown children. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, Pennsylvania
2/31
Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle
Total Time
25 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a dessert that looks as great as it tastes, this one can't be beat! Layers of rich pound cake, luscious cream and sweet strawberries make this treat very inviting. —Marnie Stoughton, Glenburnie, Ontario
3/31
Mini Cheesecake
Total Time
35 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Presto! We turned cheesecake into irresistible bite-sized snacks with these cute little treats. Feel free to use your favorite flavor of jam. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
4/31
Nutty Cheesecake Squares
Total Time
40 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I grew up on a farm and have had a lot of good recipes handed down to me. This is one of my favorite desserts to serve when guests come over or at family gatherings and church suppers. —Ruth Simon, Buffalo, New York
5/31
Berry Mini Cheesecakes
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
There's always room for some mini desserts! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
6/31
Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
After sampling this flavor at an ice cream stand, I kept trying to duplicate it until it was just right. This blueberry cheesecake ice cream is a hit! —Melissa Symington, Neche, North Dakota
7/31
Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our daughter first astounded us with her cooking talents when she made this cheesecake at 13 years of age. With a unique cookie crumb crust and extra-creamy filling, people think this dessert was made by a gourmet baker!
—Kathleen Gualano, Cary, Illinois
8/31
Lemon Cheesecake Tarts
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
To make these cute tarts more quickly, add the filling to store-bought phyllo tart shells. —Sarah Gilbert, Beaverton, Oregon
9/31
Creamy Mocha Frozen Dessert
Total Time
20 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Light as a feather, this cool, satisfying dessert is delicious and impressive to serve. It's an excellent dessert to take to a potluck because it can be made ahead and stored in the freezer. —Launa Shoemaker, Landrum, South Carolina
10/31
Blueberry Graham Dessert
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you're short on time but long for cheesecake, try this fruity dessert. Ricotta and cream cheeses give every bit as much flavor as cheesecake without the effort. Instead of making individual servings, you could layer the ingredients in a glass serving bowl. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
11/31
Mint Brownie Cheesecake Cups
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Set several plates of these fuss-free brownie cheesecake bites around the house for guests to munch on as they mingle. Bursting with mint chocolate, they’ll be the talk of the party. —Janet Payne, Lawrenceville, Georgia
12/31
Nutella Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy chocolate-hazelnut spread tops a crust made of crushed Oreo cookies to make this irresistible baked cheesecake.—Nick Iverson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
13/31
Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom often made pineapple upside down cake, but I prefer something creamier. This recipe looks just like her cake, but gets even tastier as pineapple upside down cheesecake. —Marilyn McGinnis, Citrus Heights, California
14/31
Candy Bar Cheesecake Brownies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with these brownies as a way to use up my son's leftover Halloween candy. You can tint the cream cheese orange for a spooky touch. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grv, Utah
15/31
Frozen Mocha Marbled Loaf
Total Time
15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This showstopping marbled dessert seems fancy, but it's really simple to prepare ahead of time and pop in the freezer. Frosty slices have a creamy blend of chocolate and coffee that's delightful anytime of year. —Cheryl Martinetto, Grand Rapids, Minnesota
16/31
Caramel Apple Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This apple cheesecake won the grand prize in an apple recipe contest. With caramel both on the bottom and over the top, every bite is sinfully delicious. —Lisa Morman, Minot, North Dakota
17/31
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cheesecake lovers will savor every bite of this light and pretty pie, even if they don't have to watch their diets. Our whole family enjoys it. —Kim Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois
19/31
Refrigerator Lime Cheesecake
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this for a Father's Day party, and it was a hit! I guarantee compliments when you serve this fantastic dessert. —Cher Anjema, Kleinburg, Ontario
20/31
Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The Cheesecake Factory's chocolate mousse cheesecake is a special-occasion dessert that is worth the effort. Rich cheesecake is topped with silky chocolate mousse and whipped cream for a decadent chocolate delight. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
21/31
Tiramisu Cheesecake Dessert
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tiramisu didn't do it for me until I tried this recipe with its luscious layers of cheesecake. It's one of my favorite desserts to make this time of year. —Christie Nelson, Taylorville, Illinois
22/31
Toffee Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These melt-in-your-mouth treats are absolutely delicious, and everyone will want seconds. A must for Christmas gift giving. No one would ever guess they’re lighter. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
23/31
Light & Easy Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh hints of lemon in the tender crust and creamy filling of these berry-topped treats. —Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California
24/31
Snickers Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
What do you get when you combine three sweet treats—rich cheesecake, made-from-scratch brownies and popular Snickers candy bars—in one delectable pie? Pure bliss! —Genise Krause, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
25/31
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was young we produced several ingredients for this longtime favorite on the farm. We raised pumpkins in our large vegetable garden, and made our own butter and lots of sour cream using milk from our dairy herd. —Evonne Wurmnest, Normal, Illinois
26/31
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ice Cream
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Want something cool and refreshing after your holiday feast? Serve generous slices of a rich, frosty dessert featuring peanuts, cookies and drizzled ice cream toppings.—TerryAnn Moore, Vineland, New Jersey
27/31
Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
55 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The streusel topping that comes with this recipe for apple cream cheese bars is absolutely irresistible. If you can’t resist a “taste test” before a party, just arrange each apple bar on a serving platter and no one will know a piece is missing from the pan! —Katherine White, Henderson, Nevada
28/31
Bacon Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Blondies
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing better than a cookie, brownie and cheesecake mixed together, with bacon to top it off! —Katie O'Keeffe, Derry, New Hampshire
29/31
Cheesecake Brownies
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Brownies are my grandson Noah's favorite, so we always make some when he comes to visit. These cheesecake brownies are a definite crowd-pleaser. —Barbara Banzhof, Muncy, Pennsylvania
30/31
Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Dainty and light, these tartlets feature two of my favorites —lemon and cheesecake —in one yummy morsel. They look lovely topped with fresh raspberries, but sliced strawberries are just as pretty and delicious. —Gwyn Brandt, Hibbing, Minnesota
31/31
Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves everything cheesecake. These bars combine tart cranberries and rich cream cheese, and taste even better when chilled overnight! —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah
