The word on the street is that delicious cheesecake recipes are a hot culinary commodity at the moment, so Lifeway’s here to come to the rescue! The trend known as #cheesecakegate has taken off as a social phenomenon where people show their favorite cheesecake recipes to keep all of us from having a dessert fail with one of the most beloved desserts of all time.
So, we’ll just cut right to it: you haven’t had a cheesecake until you’ve had one made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese!
Our creamy, cultured cheese is perfect for cheesecake recipes due to its thick texture that holds up well during assembly and its incredible mouthfeel that makes every bite feel luscious and luxurious. And while you may have heard cottage cheese makes the best healthy, high-protein cheesecakes, we’re here to tell you it doesn’t hold a candle to Lifeway Farmer Cheese.
Lifeway Farmer Cheese is ready to use right out of the package with no straining or blending required. Just scoop it out, and mix it in with your other ingredients. You can use it as a substitute for cream cheese too, which makes it perfect for cheesecake recipes of all kinds. With no added salt or sugar, it plays nice with other ingredients, is incredibly versatile, and keeps your desserts protein-packed with 15 grams of protein per 1/2 cup serving.
So, if you need a little inspiration on how to make your new favorite cheesecake recipe with Lifeway, check out the recipes below. From conventional cheesecake recipes to more creative options, we know you’ll love all these recipes from the very first to the very last coveted bite!
1. Air Fried Strawberry Cheesecake
An exquisite treat, this cheesecake has a smooth texture with a decadent cream flavor. Topped with fresh strawberries with an underlying nuttiness from the graham cracker crust, our lavishly delicious Air-Fried Strawberry Cheesecake recipe is pure bliss. Grab a fork and enjoy!
2. No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Pie
For a mix between a no bake pie and a cheesecake, look no further than this recipe. Our No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Pie made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese is sure to cheer you up and help you enjoy a protein-rich, fruit-filled dessert sure to satisfy a sweet tooth.
3. Japanese Cheesecake Ice Cream Sandwiches
We couldn’t create this roundup of cheesecake recipes without including one of the most viral versions of cheesecake recipes of the year so far. Whether you choose a classic Japanese Cheesecake recipe or these Japanese Cheesecake Ice Cream Sandwiches, you can’t go wrong! These mini bites of handheld bliss are an easy recipe with minimal ingredients that everyone will love. Just be sure to make enough because these go fast!
Cheesecake and banana pudding in one no-bake recipe? That’s right, it’s all possible with Lifeway Farmer Cheese! Our creamy cultured cheese is a delight to use in this recipe made with real bananas, graham style crackers, and nut butter. With no baking required, this pretty pudding recipe is ready after just a little time in the fridge. Don’t delay, make this one today!
5. High Protein Cheesecakes with Raspberries
Make your next cheesecake mini-sized with our High Protein Cheesecakes with Raspberries. Baked in mini ramekins, these creamy cakes are a protein-packed cheesecake recipe with a velvety texture and delightfully sweet, yet tangy taste. Topped with fresh raspberries for a light touch of fruity flavor, our High Protein Cheesecakes are perfect as a post-workout treat or a full-on date night dessert.
Timeless and irresistible, a blueberry cheesecake is always a win, and our Blueberry Cheesecake made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese is no exception! Featuring a classic blueberry flavor with a rich cheesecake base, this recipe is made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese and Lifeway Kefir — no cream cheese required.
Tag us on social @LifewayKefir on your favorite social platform with your favorite cheesecake recipes made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, and use the hashtags #cheesecakegate and #LifewayFarmerCheese so we can see your creations. See you there!