22 Cheesecake Twists You’ve Gotta Try for National Cheesecake Day

Cheesecake totally holds its own. No question. But every now and then? You kinda wanna mess with it—in the best way. That’s where these 22 playful takes come in.

Whether you’re all about the classics or itching to shake things up, these cheesecake-inspired treats bring the flavor and the fun for National Cheesecake Day.

Cherry Cheesecake Icebox Cake

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Cool, creamy, and made for summer. This layered dessert skips the oven and stacks graham crackers, cheesecake filling, and cherry pie topping into something magical.
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Delicious Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

What happens when cheesecake and ice cream have a baby? This. Rich, tangy, swirled with berries, and cold enough to survive even the hottest summer day.
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Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

A hand holding a half-eaten chocolate chip cookie with a cheesecake filling. Other cookies are visible on a baking tray in the background. — Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Soft chocolate chip cookies with a surprise cheesecake center. It’s like finding treasure in dessert form—and yes, it’s as good as it sounds.
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Cheesecake in a Jar

Two small glass jars filled with layered cheesecake and cherry topping sit on a cloth, with a bowl of cherry sauce and two spoons beside them.

Cheesecake in a Jar. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Mini, mess-free, and totally indulgent. These no-bake cheesecake jars are layered with cherry topping and creamy filling for a personal-sized treat you don’t have to share.
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Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Buttery crust, creamy filling, and bursts of juicy blueberries. These bars are easy, pretty, and basically begging to be brought to your next get-together.
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Berry Cheesecake Parfait

Two dessert glasses filled with layers of whipped cream, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and crumbly base, on a wooden surface with scattered berries and a striped cloth. — Berry Cheesecake Parfait. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Layered with creamy cheesecake filling and fresh berries, this no-bake parfait is light, lovely, and made for showing off at brunch.
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Apple Pie Stuffed Cheesecake

Two classic desserts. One dreamy mashup. Think spiced apples, creamy cheesecake, and cozy fall flavor all in one slice.
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Raspberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Four glasses of raspberry cheesecake parfait. — Raspberry Cheesecake Parfaits. Photo credit: Bake What You Love.

Fresh raspberries, whipped cheesecake filling, and a no-fuss, no-bake assembly. Dessert doesn’t get much prettier—or easier—than this.
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Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Bright lemon, sweet raspberry, and creamy cheesecake come together in these tangy, sweet bars that taste like pure sunshine.
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Berry Cheesecake Puff Pastry Tart

Golden puff pastry piled with cheesecake filling and fresh berries. It’s festive, flaky, and a total showstopper for any red, white, and blue bash.
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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

A piece of cake on a blue plate with a fork. — Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Brownie base, caramel drizzle, spiced apples, and cheesecake. This one’s rich, gooey, and fully ready for fall cravings.
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Cheesecake Cookies

A soft, buttery cookie with a creamy cheesecake surprise in the middle. One is never enough. Trust me.
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Berry Cheesecake Salad

A glass bowl filled with a dessert mixture of whipped cream, sliced strawberries, blueberries, and small marshmallows, placed on a white surface with a blue cloth and additional strawberries nearby. — Berry Cheesecake Salad. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

A creamy, fluffy mashup of cheesecake filling, berries, and marshmallows. It’s part fruit salad, part dessert, and totally potluck-approved.
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Apple Pie Cheesecake Dip

Five minutes, one bowl, endless dipping potential. This dip is everything you love about apple pie and cheesecake in a scoopable, snackable format.
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Blueberry Muffin Cheesecake Pie

Flaky crust, luscious blueberry cheesecake filling, and a soft muffin topping. It’s dessert for breakfast. Or breakfast for dessert. You win either way.
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Cherry Cheesecake Muffins

Flaky crescent dough hugs a cherry and cheesecake filling in these easy-to-love muffins. Sweet, creamy, and made for brunch.
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White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Sweet, smooth, and slightly fancy. These bars layer creamy white chocolate cheesecake over a crunchy graham cracker crust for an elegant bite-sized dessert.
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Cherry Cheesecake Egg Rolls

Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside. These egg rolls are stuffed with cherry cheesecake filling and perfect for when you want something hot and sweet fast.
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Vanilla Orange Cheesecake Bars

Zesty orange and silky vanilla come together in these bright, citrusy cheesecake bars. They’re tangy, smooth, and a total mood-booster.
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Tiramisu Cheesecake Mini Trifles

All the classic tiramisu vibes—espresso, cocoa, creamy layers—packed into adorable single-serve trifles with a cheesecake twist.
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Apple Pie Cheesecake Stuffed Waffles with Salted Caramel

Crispy waffles filled with spiced apple pie cheesecake and drizzled with warm salted caramel. Brunch will never be the same.
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Cherry Cheesecake Cookie Cups

Mini cherry tarts with glossy red cherry topping on a wooden board. — Cherry Cheesecake Cookie Cups. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Mini cookie cups filled with sweet cherry cheesecake filling. Cute, craveable, and totally poppable.
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Cheesecake Bars

Close-up of crumbly dessert squares with a cream filling, topped with bits of nuts. A red and white checkered cloth is in the background. — Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Nutty, buttery crust topped with smooth cheesecake and a sprinkle of brown sugar and walnuts. It’s the classic, reimagined as a bar.
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