New Twists for Cheesecake

Updated April 25, 2012

These cheesecakes are a little confused about what kind of dessert they are, but we still think they’re delicious.

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Banana Pudding Cheesecake

Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

Banana Pudding Cheesecake Recipe

Have your cheesecake and banana pudding, too! Upgrade your basic cheesecake recipe with a flavor twist. Fast flourishes such as vanilla wafers send this Banana Pudding Cheesecake over the presentation scale.

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Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake

Credit: Jim Franco; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake Recipe

One chocolate truffle = one bite. And then it’s gone. One slice of Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake = several bites to enjoy!

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Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Pecan Pie Cheesecake Recipe

Don’t wait until Thanksgiving for that warm, ooey-gooey pecan pie filling. Serve up a slice of chilled Pecan Pie Cheesecake this summer. Thanksgiving in June is a thing, right?

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Key Lime Pie Cheesecake

Key Lime Pie Cheesecake Recipe

As if this flavor combination wasn’t already a show-stopper, chill in ramekins for individual cheesecakes complete with a lime twist.

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Eggnog Cheesecake

Credit: Leigh Beisch; Styling: Dan Becker

Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe

Why stop at a mug of eggnog? Bring this Eggnog Cheesecake to holiday parties and extend the spirit of the season through dessert.

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Snickers Cheesecake

Credit: Kate Sears

Snickers Cheesecake Recipe

You might try to take the wrapper off a slice of this cheesecake it’s that good. Let the caramel drizzle over the edges. It mimics how caramel in a Snickers curls over when you take a bite.

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Ambrosia Cheesecake

Ambrosia Cheesecake Recipe

There’s even a cheesecake for the ambrosia lover. While ambrosia is a fairly simple salad, dress up this cheesecake with pastry strips for extra wow.

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Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake

Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake Recipe

Making fudge can be a tricky, tedious feat. The chocolate glaze for this cheesecake is fast, easy and produces the same flavor.

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Petite Blueberry Cheesecakes

Petite Blueberry Cheesecakes Recipe

As pretty as petits fours, these luscious little two-bite gems can be finished with any kind of berry or preserves.

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Banana Split Cheesecake

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Banana Split Cheesecake Recipe

Create an ice cream parlor at home with this cheesecake. Set up a toppings bar and give each slice a cherry on top for extra cuteness!

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Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

Credit: Luca Trovato; Styling: Lynda Hirst

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Recipe

Don’t let the kids have all the fun this Halloween. Host an adults-only block party. The kids may have bags of candy, but you’ll have Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake.

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Almond Joy Cheesecake

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Almond Joy Cheesecake Recipe

We can’t decide what’s more sensational about this cheesecake: the chocolate and coconut topping or that it costs just $2.12 per slice.

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Pina Colada Cheesecake

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Pina Colada Cheesecake Recipe

If you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain, this cheesecake is for you and Rupert Holmes. Hawaiian shirt not required.

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Rhubarb Jam Cheesecakes

Credit: Brian Kennedy; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Rhubarb Jam Cheesecakes Recipe

Pull a cake out when you start making dinner, and it'll be ready for dessert. Now that's sweet!

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Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Credit: Luca Trovato; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Recipe

Caramel apples can get messy. Skip the food on a stick and try these apple slices—neatly arranged on top.

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Pralines and Cream Cheesecake

Pralines and Cream Cheesecake Recipe

One bite of this cheesecake and you’ll think you’re tasting warm pralines on River Street in Savannah, Ga.

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