Celebrate National Cheesecake Day With These 22 Irresistible Recipes

Is there any dessert more lovable than cheesecake? I mean, it’s rich, creamy, totally indulgent, and somehow fits every vibe! From classy, cozy, fruity, chocolatey, and fun, you name it. So when National Cheesecake Day rolls around, you know we’re showing up with forks in hand and stretchy pants on.

To celebrate right, I rounded up 22 irresistible cheesecake recipes that cover all the bases. We’ve got classic, fruity summer flavors, and even a few wild cards. Whether you’re baking from scratch or chilling something easy in the fridge, there’s a cheesecake here with your name all over it.

Instant Pot Pineapple Upside Down Cheesecake

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Tropical, tangy, and made in your Instant Pot? Yes please. This cheesecake takes everything you love about pineapple upside down cake and gives it a creamy twist.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pineapple Upside Down Cheesecake

Instant Pot Oreo Nutella Cheesecake

Oreos, Nutella, cheesecake. Need I say more? It’s rich, chocolatey, and ridiculously easy thanks to the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Oreo Nutella Cheesecake

Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake

A close-up of a sliced cheesecake with a pecan topping on a graham cracker crust, placed on a red-striped cloth. — Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Bold, boozy, and bursting with fall flavor. Layers of bourbon-spiked apples, tangy cheesecake, and crunchy praline pecans make this one unforgettable.
Get the Recipe: Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake

Baked cranberry cheesecake

A slice of cheesecake with cranberry sauce on top. — Baked cranberry cheesecake. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Creamy filling meets buttery crust, topped with a bright cranberry-orange sauce that adds just the right pop of tart.
Get the Recipe: Baked cranberry cheesecake

Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake

A little vanilla, a little chocolate, a lot of creamy goodness. This one’s rich and gorgeous with every marbled bite.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake

Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake

Think brunch meets dessert. Swirls of cinnamon sugar, buttery crust, and a luscious cheesecake center that tastes like Sunday morning.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake

Classic Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake on a stick? Sign me up. Light, fresh, and party-ready with fruit skewered right on top.
Get the Recipe: Classic Cheesecake Recipe

Chocolate Cheesecake

This is the one for serious chocolate fans. It’s rich, dense, and absolutely worth the chill time.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cheesecake

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Simple, sweet, and speckled with chocolate chips. This one’s always a crowd-pleaser and works for literally any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Creme Brûlée Cheesecake

Fancy but not fussy. It’s got that classic crackly sugar top over a creamy, elegant cheesecake base.
Get the Recipe: Creme Brûlée Cheesecake

Copycat Peanut Butter Cup Fudge Ripple Cheesecake

This one’s outrageous in the best way. Fudge swirls, peanut butter cups, and a cheesecake so rich it tastes like a candy bar leveled up.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Peanut Butter Cup Fudge Ripple Cheesecake

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

A slice of keto cheesecake made with cottage cheese on a white serving plate. — Cottage Cheese Cheesecake. Photo credit: The Foodie Affair .

High protein, low carb, and still insanely good. This lighter version has a fluffy texture that melts in your mouth.
Get the Recipe: Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake

Slice of Oreo cheesecake topped with mini Oreos on a white plate. — Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Cookies and cream lovers, this one’s calling your name. It’s loaded with Oreos from crust to topping and done entirely in the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake

Jiggly Japanese Cheesecake

Fluffy, wobbly, and lighter than air. This Japanese-style cheesecake is a cloud disguised as dessert.
Get the Recipe: Jiggly Japanese Cheesecake

Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake

A slice of pumpkin cheesecake on a plate. — Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

All the best parts of fall in one decadent slice. Creamy pumpkin filling, crunchy pecan crust, and cozy spices in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake

Rainbow Birthday Cake Cheesecake

A no-bake cheesecake that’s loud, colorful, and ready to party. Think funfetti meets creamy layers on a sugar cookie crust.
Get the Recipe: Rainbow Birthday Cake Cheesecake

Smores Cheesecake

Marshmallow cheesecake inside a graham cracker crust topped with marshmallows and chocolate sauce. — Smores Cheesecake. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

No campfire? No problem. This cheesecake has gooey marshmallows, chocolate, and graham cracker all baked right in.
Get the Recipe: Smores Cheesecake

Sopapilla Cheesecake

A piece of cheesecake on a plate next to a bowl. — Sopapilla Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Flaky, cinnamon-sugar pastry wrapped around creamy cheesecake filling. It’s warm, buttery, and totally addictive.
Get the Recipe: Sopapilla Cheesecake

Souffle Cheesecake

A ramekin of creamy, smooth cheesecake with a spoon resting beside it, taking out a scoop on a white background. — Souffle Cheesecake. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Delicate and dreamy, this Japanese-style soufflé cheesecake is smooth, airy, and gently sweet.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake

Fresh berries, soft cake layers, and rich cheesecake come together in this dessert mashup that looks as good as it tastes.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake

Thin Mint Cheesecake

A slice of green mint chocolate dessert on a plate with a fork, topped with a chocolate cookie, with the remaining dessert visible in the background. — Thin Mint Cheesecake. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Girl Scout cookie magic in cheesecake form. It’s cool, minty, chocolatey, and totally irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Thin Mint Cheesecake

Tiramisu Cheesecake

Tiramisu meets cheesecake, and the result is nothing short of amazing. Layers of espresso, cocoa, and creamy filling make this one a total showstopper.
Get the Recipe: Tiramisu Cheesecake