New York To Japan: 7 Popular Types Of Cheesecakes To Try

By Yash Lakhan

January 5, 2023

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Cheesecake is a popular dessert that is enjoyed all over the world. It is a straightforward dessert that packs a lot of flavour with a creamy texture and a delightful crust. But there are many varieties of this incredible dessert that you can try.

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New York Cheesecake

The classic cheesecake is topped with a berry compote on top of the creamy goodness of the cream cheese.

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No-Bake Cheesecake

An easy version of the cheesecake that requires a biscuit base and the wet ingredients to be mixed properly before being refrigerated.

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Swedish Cheesecake

Ostkaka is a traditional Swedish dessert that is enjoyed with berry jam or sauce and ice cream at times. Don't confuse this with New York cheesecake.

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Basque Cheesecake

This one features a burnt top layer that adds a lovely caramel note to the dessert. This Spanish speciality is a must-have.

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German Cheesecake

Traditionally known as Kasekuchen, this one uses a type of cottage cheese called quark and doesn't have a biscuit base.

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Austrian Cheesecake

A light, fluffy, and less sweet variant of the cheesecake. It is also known as Topfentorte traditionally in Austria.

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Japanese Cheesecake

The first features a spongy, fluffy, and jiggly top. It is like a cross between souffle and sponge cake. Also known as cotton cheesecake.

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