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The Ultimate Cheesecake
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brenda from Hackettstown, NJ
07/19/2008 at 10:57am
User: Brenda from Hackettstown, NJ User Rating:
I've never made a cheesecake that was so smooth and creamy. The texture was unbelievable. I've been making cheesecakes from scratch for years, but never came across a recipe so easy and delicious. Tyler's done it again. The blueberry topping was perfect, not sweet and heavy, just right. This is the cheesecake I'll be making from now on.
tyler's ultimate cheesecake
07/12/2008 at 09:37pm
User: Robin from Johnston, RI User Rating:
I cannot figure out what I keep doing wrong. I have made this recipe a few times and each time it sunk the minute I cut it. I followed this recipe to the tee. It still has a delicious taste but it sinks.
the best
06/23/2008 at 02:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
great cheesecake thank you TYLER
yummmmm
06/20/2008 at 08:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
my friend made this for me it is one of the best cheesecakes we have ever had and it is great plain of with the blueberry topping again yumm
GREAT!!!
06/03/2008 at 05:44pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was even great without the blueberries over it.....Overall, it's a great recipe!
great basic recipe
05/29/2008 at 08:02pm
User: teri from la jolla, CA User Rating:
I found that with one extra step, the cake is always perfectly baked. After baking for 1 hour @ 325, turn off oven, leave the cheese cake in it for one more hour and leaved the door propped open with a spoon. Then refrigerate it for several hours. Awesome cake and my husband's request for every birthday.
Tyler's Cheese cake
05/24/2008 at 01:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best cheese cake I have ever had. My wife is my toughest critic and she loves it. This is a light and airy cheese cake. Simply put I'll never try another recipe.
my first successful cheesecake
05/11/2008 at 09:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
After many failed attempts at baking cheesecakes this recipe was more than a success for me. Everyone raved about it. I did the water bath (with 3 layers of foil) and still had some water get to the crust but no one noticed. The blueberry topping was to die for. (I added 3 tablespoons of cornstarch and used fresh berries). After reading many reviews, I decided to bake it for 65 minutes and then let it stay in the oven for 30 minutes after I turned it off. Refrigerated overnight and what I served the next day was divine! Give it a try!
Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful
05/06/2008 at 12:13pm
User: Vera from LaPlace, LA User Rating:
I made the Ultimate Cheesecake and it was a hit. Not only did my family love it so did the neighbors. It was even compared to a local restaurant and scored higher points. Thank you for this great recipe.
Okay, but . . .
04/24/2008 at 07:58pm
User: Therese from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
The lemon flavor was a little too strong for me and my boyfriend. The taste was fine, but not what I'm looking for in a rich, creamy cheesecake.
They Loved It!!!
04/18/2008 at 09:18pm
User: Tyler from Harvest, AL User Rating:
I'm kind of new to cooking, especially with deserts and this came out so great. My mom couldn't stop eating it and it was all gone before the day was even over...Im making it again tonight but i'm doubling the recipe for two!
Wrong Oven Temp
04/09/2008 at 11:57am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I baked this cheesecake exactly following Tyler's directions and my cheesecake was soupy in the middle, it never set. I believe the oven temp he had stated for 325 should be 375 for the same amount of time and the cheesecake would set properly.
Great
04/07/2008 at 02:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I tried this recipe for the first time for the holiday. Everyone loved it. I did heat my oven to 350 and baked for 45 - 55 minutes. It was perfect and very moist. I made it with a triple berry sauce instead.
Really, really, really good!
04/02/2008 at 04:10pm
User: null from null, null User Rating:
I made this cheesecake with a few modifications and it turned out great! To the crust, I added ~1/3 cup chopped walnuts and removed an equal volume of the graham cracker crumbs. To the filling, I added orange zest. For the cook time, I used 8.5" springform pan, baked for 55 minutes at 325 in the water bath, then turned off the oven and left the cheesecake in there for ~30 minutes, then cooled on the countertop for another 30 minutes, then into the fridge overnight. I had it the next day for a birthday party (no blueberry lemon sauce) and people loved it. It was smooth and creamy, and the center was soft but was still set. Maybe another 5-10 minutes at 325 would help. I took the leftovers to work the day after, and it was gone before lunch! I will definitely use this recipe again.
great
04/01/2008 at 11:14pm
User: sheri from ogden, UT User Rating:
I used vanilla sugar and didn't add extract. I live in higher altitude so upped my temp. 10 degree's....I like others had to cook at least 10-15 min. longer and it could have used another 5 min. I used a blueberry topping recipe from a family recipe w/ sugar, corn starch, water and frozen blueberries. Will become one of my regular's for a creamy cheesecake!
Effortless
03/28/2008 at 11:44am
User: kk from Conroe, TX User Rating:
This recipe is fast and easy. Not to mention delicious.
My family FLIPPED over this dessert!
03/26/2008 at 02:08pm
User: Kristen from Milford, CT User Rating:
I had quite a task ahead of me when I volunteered to make a cheesecake for Easter dessert because my Aunt Mary has the family's favorite cheesecake recipe...and if anyone makes a cheesecake other than hers it is not well-received. Until now. Everyone loved this cake. It was so rich, so creamy and so yummy. The sour cream in the batter gave it a silky feel in the mouth. Eyes rolled (in a good way) at the first bite! I used a bag of frozen raspberries instead of blueberries in the topping recipe and they tasted delicious too -- like a red Sour Patch Kid. YUM!
Simply the Best!!
03/24/2008 at 04:33pm
User: Diane from Marengo, IL User Rating:
This recipe hands down is the best cheesecake I have made--I did read the prior reviews about the baking times and decided to up the temp to 350 and cooking time to 50 mins. after that I turned the oven off and let the cheesecake cool in the oven without opening the door. It came out PERFECT!!! Very Fluffy & Moist!!!
Very Respectable
03/24/2008 at 02:25pm
User: Candice from Santa Clarita, CA User Rating:
I have to admit I just used this recipe for the cheesecake itself, not the blueberry topping. I made lemon curd to put on top instead, but I will say the flavor was delicious! I have only 2 things to note: the first is that I used a 8" springform as directed and had quite a bit of batter and crust left (which I made a few mini cheesecakes out of-which was fine) but I'd use a 9" next time. The other to to realize that for hard-core cheesecake lovers who have specific favorites when it comes to the "texture" of your cheesecake, just know that this cheesecake is VERY soft and creamy. It's very good, but even though I left it in an extra 10 mins, and was barely jiggly like the recipe says it is, once it firmed and cooled, it was still incredibly soft. I say this to warn people who love the firmer cheesecakes (like myself) and are looking for a cheesecake that a fork can stand up to. Now I know, so for flavor I give it an A+, but for my personal taste I will look for a new cheesecake with a firmer texure. Still was a big hit though!!
Cook for longer than the suggested time!
03/23/2008 at 01:32am
User: Marianne from Auckland, WY User Rating:
My cheesecake was very very undercooked inside and was *just* able to hold itself together when I baked it for 45 minutes [should've read the reviews]. It was still really popular because it was so smooth inside, but I'd like my leftover slices to hold themselves together in the fridge next time!
runny cheesecake
03/22/2008 at 06:05pm
User: Nellie from Pasadena, CA User Rating:
I have baked many cheesecakes but this recipe did not work as written. It requires at least 30-40 minutes more baking time. Even with the extra time baking and cooling, the cake is more like a mousse in consistency. However, the flavor is very nice, which is why I gave it 2 stars. Perhaps less sour cream and more time in the oven would have made it just right.
awesome
03/22/2008 at 08:40am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was the first cheesecake I ever made and my husband is glad I did. After reading all the reviews and that a few people had to bake their s longer, I wonder if perhps their oven isn't heating to the temp. that they set. There has to be a reason why they had problems and so many others had a set cheesecake. I know that I had prolems with my oven achieving and maintaining the set temp in the past- then I purchase a new range.
Unbelievably Good!
03/19/2008 at 11:06pm
User: Karen from University Place, WA User Rating:
I've made this recipe several times. Always get rave reviews! Tyler rocks!
Excellent
03/19/2008 at 05:00pm
User: Karen from New Castle, PA User Rating:
This dish was blinkin, bubblin, flippin, awesome!! This was by far!! the best cheesecake I have had in my whole life. It was outstanding and the blueberry sauce made it irrisistable.
Best Cheesecake Ever.
03/15/2008 at 11:34pm
User: Tex from Cedar City, UT User Rating:
This recipe is so good you really don't need the Blueberry topping but it sure adds to the ultimate flavor. Everyone said it was the best cheesecake they had ever tasted. Follow the directions exactly, including the boiling water in the pan to start with and this recipe is winner for sure.
Plesantly Surprised
03/15/2008 at 10:23pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I watched Tyler make this cheesecake and I decided to give it a try. This cake was delicious and easy to make. I loved it and so did everyone else who had some. I've made it a few more times with some flavor variations. I know I will make this again and again. Thank you Tyler. LJ
Recipe Diirections Not The Same As On TV
03/12/2008 at 03:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
On TV, when this cheesecake was made, the directions were to bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. So this explains why people are having trouble with this cheesecake being underbaked.
Yum-oooo :)
03/12/2008 at 02:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've made this twice, and both times were great. I haIved the recipe and used ~6in springform. I actually like my crust chocolatey (I think it also looks great w/ white color), so I added some melted bittersweet chocolate(30g), then reduced the butter in half. I also recommend covering top by a foil to prevent browning on top. It took more time to bake though. I think it's fantastic idea to put lemon zest because it enhances the flavor by hiding its cheesy-ness? Thanks, Tyler :)
Outstanding
03/10/2008 at 01:08am
User: Reisha from Kissimmee, FL User Rating:
This cheesecake was amazing!!!!! It was smooth, creamy, and just the right touch of sweetness.....The only thing i did different was put strawberries instead of blueberries as the topping.....great job Tyler, this recipe is a winner in our home.
perfect everytime
03/07/2008 at 09:59pm
User: Robin from Miami, FL User Rating:
this recipe is fantastic i've tried a lot of different cheesecake recipes and this one is by far the best try even adding some white chocolate chips or pieces of oreo into the batter and it's even better! i make this all the time for friends!
perfect
02/29/2008 at 08:11pm
User: raysa from warren, NJ User Rating:
this cheesecake was so easy to make, and it tastes better than what you can buy in the store. instead of bluberies try strawberries, and glaze them with melted strawberry jam. You will love it!!!
Surreal!!
02/18/2008 at 11:51pm
User: Janet from Coventry, CT User Rating:
This recipe is fantastic, awesome, surreal, PERFECT - but MUST BE COOKED MORE THAN 45 MINUTES!!!! This recipe was on for a very long time stating cook time was 70+ minutes - Don't know what changed but I can't stress enough to cook longer than 45 minutes.
sweet
02/12/2008 at 03:24pm
User: sherry from queens, NY User Rating:
hi tyler, i think this recipe is so delicious that u should be given a gold medal.
DEEELICIOUS
02/10/2008 at 06:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was easy to make and very good to eat!!
Best Ever
02/04/2008 at 04:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I can't even express how much I LOVE this recipe. It's Perfect...not too sweet, not heavy. I have made this cheesecake many many times and I get great reviews everytime. I love this recipe soooo much that I won't share it.
Amazing Cheesecake!
02/04/2008 at 11:20am
User: Patte from Northridge, CA User Rating:
I am a cheesecake purist. I am always searching for the best cheesecake and when I saw Tyler making this on T.V. I knew that I had to try it. I made it for a Superbowl Party gathering and the consenus was that this was the best cheesecake ever! I did not add any toppings because the flavor was perfect and didn't need anything to detract from this ligh, slightly lemony flavor. Here are a couple of suggestions: 1) If you want less lemon flavor, add less zest. Although I, personally, liked it the way it was. 2) YOU MUST COOK IT LONGER THAN THE 45 MINS. IT MUST COOK FOR A MINIMUM OF 1 HOUR. I COOKED MINE FOR 1 HOUR & 15 MIN. The first one I made I cooked for 45 minutes and after chilling in the refrigerator overnight, it was runny in the middle. You won't be disappointed by this recipe!
it is the ultimate
02/03/2008 at 08:57am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i love cheese cake and this is the best .
...however the leftovers ended up on the floor...
01/30/2008 at 10:32pm
User: Amy from Neptune, NJ User Rating:
This is the most fabulous cheesecake I have ever mastered in my life (so far). I made this cheesecake for Christmas Eve to bring to my in-laws and everyone absolutely loved it. It was so fragrent from the fresh lemon zest and it was super creamy. I used cinnamon graham crackers crumbs instead of plain ones and the crust was insanely good! Also, I added cherry pie filling on top instead of the blueberry topping it called for, and that also was a big hit. The only downfall was when my husband and I got home (with the leftover cheesecake of course), and the springform pan collapsed in my husbands hands and the rest of my fabulous leftover cheesecake fell on the floor and all over my stairs...however it did smell like lovely fresh lemon for a few days =)
Cheesecake heaven
01/27/2008 at 11:53am
User: Marjorie from Centerville, UT User Rating:
I normally do not like cheesecake but I wanted to make one for my husband. I was pleasantly surprised. I love this cheesecake and everyone else that tried it loved it too.
Amazing - no other cheesecake could compare!
01/21/2008 at 10:00pm
User: Stacey from Brighton, CO User Rating:
I tried this recipe after I saw Tyler make it on the food network to see if it would be too sweet since I am not a fan of extremely sweet, rich or dense cheesecake. I took it to a Bridal Shower I hosted and everyone including me LOVED IT!! It is very light in comparison to traditional recipes and very creamy! What's dangerous about it is you could really imagine eating the entire thing by your self because it doesn't fill you up as do traditional dense cheesecakes. This recipe will be my last cheesecake recipe - not sweet at all but absolutely amazing! I have even tried different topping although the lemon blueberry was very good!
You Have to Try This
01/15/2008 at 07:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this cheesecake for Christmas for my family and they LOVED it!!!!! I did increase the tempature to 350 degrees and cook for about 1 hr 15 mins and turn oven off and let set for another 15 minutes. I used 4-5 layers of foil around the outside of the pan, so water would not get in. For the sauce I used mixed berries and it turned out great. I also added about 1 tablespoon of sugar in the crust. If you like cheesecake you will love this.
SO GOOD!
01/12/2008 at 09:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best cheesecake ever. Next time I might alter my cooking method to make it a little more dense. Also careful not to pack the crust in the pan too much or you'll have trouble getting it out. Altogether though, this recipe is definitely a keeper!
Really is the BEST cheesecake!
01/05/2008 at 08:43pm
User: Tammy from Gassville, AR User Rating:
I've made this recipe a couple of times and it has won rave reviews from my family. I do my crust a little different tho.... 1 cup flour, 2 TBS sugar, 1 cup finely chopped pecans and cut in 1/2 a stick of butter flavor Crisco. Work together until it's crumbly and press into the bottom of your pan. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes and let cool before pouring in the cheesecake batter. It gives you more of a pecan sandie cookie crust. Also, for my gas oven, I bake this cake at 325 for 90 minutes then turn the oven off and leave the door shut for 1 hour. Then I put it straight into the fridge to chill overnight. We top ours with cold cherry pie filling.
Finally got it right!
01/04/2008 at 05:06pm
User: Shavonne from conway, SC User Rating:
I made this cheesecake 2 days ago and follwed the directions EXACTLY. I ended up throwing it in the trash because it looked like pudding instead of cheesecake. So yesterday I decided to try again but this time I cooked it for 1 hour 15 mins and added 1 tbsp of cornstarch to the batter. It came out perfectly! It's so creamy and flavorful... GREAT RECIPE. Just remember to add the cornstarch and cook it for 30 extra mins.
Simple and Delicious
01/01/2008 at 04:07pm
User: null from null, null User Rating:
Even someone like me, who can't boil water, can make and enjoy this 'Ultimate Cheesecake'. TF's the man!
World's Best Cheescake!
12/28/2007 at 05:17pm
User: Yudit from Houston, TX User Rating:
This cheesecake was spectacular! I will definitely try this one over and over again. The only adjustment I made was baking it longer in the oven until the top was golden brown.
It is the Ultimate Cheesecake
12/28/2007 at 05:00am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Everyone loved this cheesecake when I served it at a recent family gathering. The end results were worth the time it takes to prepare this dessert.
orgasmic
12/26/2007 at 05:39pm
User: amy from jefferson hills, PA User Rating:
this is the most delicious cheesecake or any cake for that matter that i have ever tasted. and very easy to make.
no setup
12/24/2007 at 12:23pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Fess up Tyler. Usually love your stuff but this is lacking something. It never does set up correctly. I've been cooking for 50 years and made a complete mess of things.
Underbaked
12/09/2007 at 03:31pm
User: null from null, null User Rating:
After following this recipe exactly, the cheesecake fell apart when moved from the pan to a plate. It was fluid throughout the center and needed to be eaten from a bowl with a spoon. However, the taste was very good if you like pudding!
homerun cheesecake
12/08/2007 at 11:51am
User: daniel from rapid city, SD User Rating:
Thanks Tyler. You are a rockstar. I have never even attempted a cheesecake in the past and this was awesome. Very easy. I did extend the cooking time 10 minutes. The texture was perfect and creamy. I also let it set up in the refrigerator overnight. I didn't have any fresh blueberries but I had some frozen berry mix on hand and substituted beautifully.
AWESOME
12/02/2007 at 05:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is such a wonderful cheesecake. Pretty easy. I cooked it 7 minutes longer than recommended. It turned out perfect. I did not attempt the sauce since plain cheesecake is great by itself.
Heavenly Dessert
11/28/2007 at 08:38am
User: Julie from Woodbury, CT User Rating:
This is one of my favorites...and it's SO easy to do. Instead of making my own crust, I buy the premade mini pie crusts. They work wonderfully. I also lighten up the recipe by using Philadelphia's 1/3 less fat cream cheese and light sour cream. The cooking time is about the same, 30-40 minutes. Instead of making the topping, I defrosted some mixed berries and put them on top. No one knew the recipe was light and everyone raved. It has been deemed my holiday treat from now on!! For anyone that is looking for a refreshing, delicious dessert, I highly recommend this one. It is simple, easy and delicious. A little hint...I ran out of mini pie shells so I made a crust out of oats that I ground up in a blender, 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1Tbsp cinnamon and used it in a large spring form pan. I prebaked it for about 20 minutes and no on knew the difference. It adds a wonderfully nutty tast to the cheesecake. Enjoy :)
The Whole Cheesecake
11/21/2007 at 09:22pm
User: Aerial from Stone Mountain, GA User Rating:
I wanted a simple but great recipe for Cheesecake so I had to get it from the best which is Tyler. I made it for my sisters birthday it was so good that her and her husband ate the whole cheesecake in one day. I couldn't even get a slice!
taste very good but runny!
11/17/2007 at 12:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i love Tyler's recepes, but this one didn't work out for me. I made it twice now, but both the times my crust stuck to the pan and crust was very hard (i sprayed the pan!).Anybody knows why? And both the times I cooked it for extra 15 to 20 mins longer because it was too runny. But the filling is delicious, just like ones from good reataurants! You don't even need any fruit topping, but i made raspberry sauce to go with this.
Perfect except for cooking time!
11/02/2007 at 11:03am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The flavor and texture are superb. I have never had a cheesecake look so beautiful coming out of the oven - not at all brown on top, no cracks... Oh! Gorgeous. BUT it didn't cook long enough. I've made it twice with identical results. Next time I'll bake at 350 for an hour then kill the heat and probably leave it in the oven with the door closed for at least another 30 minutes. Unless it's getting really brown on top it would be difficult to overcook this. GREAT FLAVOR.
I CAN bake!!!
10/30/2007 at 11:58pm
User: Leah from Aberdeen, WA User Rating:
I love cooking, but not baking - wouldn't know that with this recipe. I've played with different berries for the topping and have had nothing but success.
I made this recipe for my mom's birthday. It was incredible!
10/13/2007 at 02:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My family and I all love cheesecake. We especially enjoy a thick, heavy cheesecake, and this one fits the bill. It is mostly an easy recipe, as long as you have the tools. You most certainly need a springform pan, and a largeish roasting dish for setting the springform pan in. It seems like a hassle, but this cooking method really makes for a wonderful cake! I did have to cook it a touch longer than stated. I think I left it in an extra 15 minutes. (I did not have the pan filled with boiling water to begin with, only hot tap water). It was not browned on top, which concerned me. But after cooling and setting, it was absolutely perfect!
Co-workers raved about it!
10/01/2007 at 04:25pm
User: E. A. from Mableton, GA User Rating:
I've made this twice for office parties and was told it was the best cheesecake people had ever eaten. Thanks Tyler!
WOW!
09/24/2007 at 07:32pm
User: Jackie from Dallas, NC User Rating:
Absolutely fantastic!! I did have to modify and cook mine 1 hour and 15 minutes for it to be done....everyone has absolutely loved it....thanks Tyler for the no cracking tips!!
AMAZING
09/09/2007 at 01:30pm
User: Melissa from Rockland, MA User Rating:
This is by far the best cheesecake I have ever made - Creamy, light, moist, perfectly balanced flavor. Used this recipe to make mini cheesecakes for a cookout (make sure you use cupcake liners in order to get them out of the pan), and they were a hit - the first dessert to go our of many, and received many rave reviews. I agree with previous comments that lemon rind should not be forgotten, especially in blueberry topping.
Best ever
09/08/2007 at 04:53pm
User: Donna from Corinth, TX User Rating:
I am a cheesecake fan. Big time! This was 1 of the best cheesecake recipes I've ever tried. It was terrific. It has a fresh lemony flavor with the lemon zest and doesnt need anything on top, plain is just terrific.
Best Cheesecake EVER!!!
08/28/2007 at 07:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've tried different recipes but I never got the results that I wanted. I tried this recipe and everyone wants to know my secret. It's so smooth and creamy. It's perfect. Finally, I have found what I'm looking for.
Best cheesecake ever
08/15/2007 at 07:39pm
User: Shirley from Quincy, MA User Rating:
That's what people in every group of eaters I've made this cake for have said. Time-consuming, but well worth it.
AWESOME
08/05/2007 at 10:06pm
User: stacey from elgin, IL User Rating:
I think that this was NOT a very hard recipe....and the taste was out of this world.....
Best cheesecake ever !!!!
07/18/2007 at 05:24pm
User: Dana from Rayville, LA User Rating:
I love this cheesecake...and so did everyone else! The only problem I had is that some of the water soaked in through the foil. Next time I will use the wider rolls of aluminum foil. It was very "jiggly" when I took it out of the oven, but I did what the recipe said & it did get firm like it's supposed to. I will definitely bake this one again.
!!!
07/17/2007 at 11:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
fabulous
Excellent
07/17/2007 at 01:14pm
User: Laura from Little Rock, AR User Rating:
I was proud to say I made this - it is as beautiful to serve as it is tasty to eat. I agree with other reviewers, bake for at least one hour. It was still quite jiggly, but after refrigeration it tightened up. This will be a good jumping off point for future variations.
THE BEST EVER!
07/12/2007 at 11:49am
User: Sherri from Upland, CA User Rating:
I would rate this cheesecake the best I have ever tasted, hands down. If you like a creamier cheesecake this is perfect. I do not like dry New York style so it was right up my alley. It took my oven one hour and 15 minutes to cook. The first time I made it I followed the recipe time and it was not long enough. The cheesecake was runny, however, since then I have found the longer time to be exactly right. It is really the best I have ever had. This will be the only cheesecake recipe I ever use. Loved it!
No More Store Bought Cheesecakes
06/25/2007 at 04:17pm
User: nana from New York, NY User Rating:
So simple, so easy and so delicious. The fear of making cheesecake will disappear after you try this recipe. I have to say, my first one didn't turn out as good as my later ones but my boyfriend never complains. I like my cheesecake little denser so I try not to over mix. I also think brand of sour cream makes a difference. I usually like mine better with thicker sour cream. I just buy cinnamon flavored cracker to make like bit easier. The more often you make it, better they turn out :) I don't know why. I think I made it at least a dozen times.
Success!
06/24/2007 at 01:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I had never made cheesecake before, and this cheesecake was a great success!
knotts review
06/22/2007 at 05:19pm
User: Kenneth from Moss Point, MS User Rating:
Easy & delicious
Wonderful Cheesecake
06/20/2007 at 04:50pm
User: Raven from Sacramento, CA User Rating:
I've made this several times. We love it. Sometimes I substitute Splenda for the sugar to make it more carb friendly. I also use cherries on top. Wonderful!
Cheesecak
06/12/2007 at 04:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
EXCELLENT
Best Cheesecake Recipe I've Tried!
06/12/2007 at 11:03am
User: Evelyn from Chesapeake, VA User Rating:
Wonderful! My family and I loved the light texture and it was so flavorful. This will be my cheesecake recipe from now on. Thanks, Tyler!
Best Cheesecake Ever!!!!
06/01/2007 at 07:57pm
User: patty from miami, FL User Rating:
I've made this cheesecake 5 times already and it is by far the most easiest and delicious cheesecake I've ever made. And I've made TONS of cheesecakes before (I love sweets). Every time I make this particular cheesecake, it goes in a matter of minutes. Preparation time is about 10 minutes (it takes me longer to boil the water than to prepare the mixture). Make your life easier by letting the cream cheese reach room temparature before mixing. Tyler Florence is the best! And it doesn't hurt that he's totally HOT!
the best ever!
05/28/2007 at 11:58am
User: jennifer from saxton, PA User Rating:
this is the best cheesecake i have ever made or tasted! thank you! my husband's friend loved it too! it was gone in no time!
Amazing
05/17/2007 at 03:34pm
User: Anji from Sand Springs, OK User Rating:
Very smooth, yet it holds its shape. Sweet without being too sweet. An excellet cheesecake.
The perfect cheesecake
05/17/2007 at 12:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am really picky about cheesecake, and this has become my go-to recipe. It is so creamy and delicious!
good for cheesecake
05/17/2007 at 01:18am
User: Kimberly from Chandler, AZ User Rating:
I personally am not a huge cheesecake lover but I made it for my friends birthday. She loved it! It was good but very lemony, maybe I added too much of something. I think it does need a bit longer cooking cause the very center came out slightly loose. Easy to make but the bath is a little tricky. Try it!
Divine!
05/14/2007 at 09:19pm
User: Michelle from Liberty Twp, OH User Rating:
This is the best cheesecake that I have ever made or tasted. It was a big hit! I had a little trouble with water seeping into the crust even though I used the foil. Does anyone have any suggestions? I will definetly make this again at my next family function!
wow
05/07/2007 at 01:47pm
User: jose from toms river, NJ User Rating:
the best cheese cake i ever made thanks i wish they had more then 5 stars too rate on this
OH MY GOD!
04/29/2007 at 01:24pm
User: Becky from Munchkinland, KS User Rating:
Fantastic! Perfect crust, perfect filling, perfect topping, and all SO simple! I'd never made cheesecake before so I made two of these (one as a "tester" and one as a gift) I followed the recipe exactly and they both came out phenomenal! And the best part is, it gave me a reason to finally buy myself that KitchenAid stand mixer I've been wanting! Thanks Tyler! P.S. Will you marry me?
Raw cheesecake
04/28/2007 at 11:27pm
User: heidi from McMurray, PA User Rating:
The 45 minutes recommended in the recipe is simply not long enough. I questioned whether it was done or not but the recipe did say the cheesecake should be giggly. The blueberry sauce was too thin. A little corn starch remedied the problem. I will try again but bake the cake for at least 1 hour. Cheesecake pudding was gross!
Very Unhappy
04/28/2007 at 06:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This cheesecake was prepared just as the instructions said. This cheesecake was not at all like it was supposed to be. It was like a cheesecake soup. Not only was it not firm...it ran like a volcano. This was a GREAT MESS!!!! I was very disappointed.
Husband's New Favorite!
04/28/2007 at 11:59am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My husband asked me to make this cheesecake for his birthday after seeing it on the show. I made this recipe and this is now his favorite cheesecake! He says it is BETTER than any restaurant or professionally prepared cheesecake he's ever had. The consistency is creamy and smooth - absolutely perfect! The flavor is wonderful too. It was a little more complicated than the regular cheesecake I make, but now that I've made it once, it will be simple the next time. Just remember to start heating water when starting to prepare the cheesecake so that it will be ready when the ingredients are mixed. Also, the step to let it cool for 30 minutes in the pan, I left it in the over with the heat off and then removed it from the water and placed in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Mmmmm.......
04/25/2007 at 11:20am
User: Gabriella from Chino, CA User Rating:
This cheesecake was actually very easy to make....and very delicious. My guests loved it!!
VERY EASY VERY GOOD
04/24/2007 at 01:24pm
User: Joanne from nacogdoched, RI User Rating:
My husband said "Its one of the best cheesecake he has ever tasted", I tried twice to make cheesecake before but failed but when I tried this one IT WAS A HIT. Will make again
Tyler's Ultimate Cheesecake
04/22/2007 at 03:47pm
User: Marcia from Renton, WA User Rating:
This recipe was awesome! It was easy to do and the results are wonderful. When Tyler taught the water bath, I was truly awed by how well that trick worked. I saw this recipes a few years ago, and I tell all my friends and always use this tip. Great job, Tyler!
Flawless Cheesecake
04/21/2007 at 07:19am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
For the first time ever, my daughter asked me to make her a cheese cake for her birthday. That caught me by surprise since I've always just made the cake out of the box. I looked on line and when I saw that this receipe had some many stars beside it, I said to myself that this is the one. I'm glad I choose it. I followed the instructions and there were no cracks and it looks absolutely beautiful. I'm sure it will taste as good as it looks. We are going to have it this evening for her birthday.
Not So Ultimate
04/16/2007 at 01:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
As other users have noted in previous reviews, there is an issue with either oven temperature, or baking time. Maybe it's both. The mixture did not set after refrigeration, even after 12 hours. I don't think that 45 minutes at 325 degrees is correct. I might try again at a slightly higher temperature and longer baking time. Also, I found that the graham cracker crust needs sugar added to it, it just didnt have a sweet taste to it.
Delicious
04/16/2007 at 11:03am
User: Selina from Vail, AZ User Rating:
The flavor of this cheesecake is out of this world. The next time I make it however, I would add 15 minutes to the recommended cooking time. It came out perfect in texture towards the outside of the pan while the inside texture resembled that of the uncooked batter.
GREATTTTTTTTTT
04/14/2007 at 11:48am
User: Ray from Leland, NC User Rating:
Love this cheesecake, very easy to make. I like the others don't make the blueberry sauce. One variation that I do is add chopped walnuts to the crust. Also instead of the blueberry sauce I to it a little with hershery's chocolate sauce.
Absolutely amazing!!!
04/09/2007 at 07:34pm
User: Latricia from Boston, MA User Rating:
This was the BEST cheesecake I have EVER eaten- I was proud that I actually made it! I also made a strawberry topping the same way I made the blueberry and served them both side by side so that people could chose. Everyone loved it!! Yummy!
Delicious Cheescake!
03/30/2007 at 10:25am
User: SANDRA from La Grange Park, IL User Rating:
This cheescake was one of the best I have ever made or eaten. I made it for some friends of mine and they loved it -even asked for the recipe. Thanks Tyler - you're the Ultimate!
the ultimate
03/22/2007 at 04:56pm
User: Arlene from Marrero, LA User Rating:
I've done this recipe several times since I first saw it on your show. . . .It's always a hit. . . however we always have a hard time with the waiting period. . as far as total bake time it sometimes varies. . anyway I'm a fanatic about cheesecake and quite frankly being from the New Orleans area and having sampled some of the best, I have to say you win with this one
Good and delicious
03/21/2007 at 09:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy to follow instructions and no fuss or complicated techniques needed.
im speechless
03/21/2007 at 12:53pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
no words can explain how this cheesecake tastes.
5 Stars Cheesecake
03/20/2007 at 09:36pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very Nice and Easy One
terrible
03/16/2007 at 07:31am
User: Kathy from Elizabeth City, NC User Rating:
The troublesome method of roaster pan and water made this underdone I think. The center was runny, and the cheesecake wasn't sweet enough, if it had been edible. I was very disappointed.
Definately Ultimate
02/21/2007 at 02:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The best cheesecake I have ever made.
Wonderful
02/20/2007 at 11:33pm
User: Amber from Tempe, AZ User Rating:
This is great!! My family loved it. It is also really easy to make. I'm not very fond of blueberries however, so I used a pre-made raspberry sauce from the store to garnish and add flavor. It looks really pretty and festive around christmas!
Easy and Awesome!
02/19/2007 at 09:00am
User: Michelle from Broadalbin, NY User Rating:
This was my first cheesecake and it came out great. Perfect taste and texture. I bake it for 1 hout. Definately a keeper!
Excellent!
02/13/2007 at 08:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am totally impressed with this recipe. It was fairly easy to prepare, taste delicious, and was the best finished product cheesecake I've made yet. Very creamy, smooth, and NO cracks! I brought it to work and it got rave reviews. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.
Tyler's Ultimate Cheesecake
02/11/2007 at 02:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Tyler please read your reviews! I made this cheesecake, followed it to the letter, but the cake never fully set up. It was soggy inside, I was scooping it into bowls. While, the parts that were cooked were delicious, I was so disappointed that it never cooked. Looking at other reviewer's comments, I am still confused. Seriously: 45 minutes is not enough. I want to make it again, any hints? 1 hour and 15 minutes? leave it in the oven after the required 45 minutes but turn the oven off? Need clarification. thanks, love your recipes Tyler!
Easier than it sounds
02/05/2007 at 02:42pm
User: Meighan from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
I am not a cheesecake fan, but my family is so we decided to try this recipe. I did not make the topping, but the rest was a hit and while it reads as difficult to make - it really wasn't.
Awesome!!!!!
01/26/2007 at 01:59pm
User: lila from oakland, CA User Rating:
This was my first time making my favorite dessert and it turned out perfect. I have since made this cheesecake 4 times and it's a hit with everyone each time. I took the advice of a few others online and baked the cake a bit longer ( 1 hour) I also used fresh strawberries instead. On one of the cakes, I even substituded the graham craker crumbs for peanut butter cookie crumbs! It was perfect. Just perfect. Thanks Tyler!
So simple
01/15/2007 at 10:47am
User: Cheryl from Baltimore, MD User Rating:
This flavor of this cheesecake is so simple and perfect. The preperation was very easy. I used frozen rasberries instead of blueberries for the topping, which worked perfectly with some extra sugar. My only complaint was that the middle was a little undercooked, even though I baked it for an extra 10 minutes. Still great though!
Great taste....but the texture is like a pudding?
01/02/2007 at 07:13pm
User: sani from lake elsinore, CA User Rating:
This recipe is easy and taste great. However, the texture is like a pudding. I followed this recipe to the tea. I baked it at reccommend temp. for 50 min. Anyone have any ideas why this recipe comes out too creamy/pudding like? I put the blueberry topping on the next day. I would love to make it again but a bit firmer next time. Any suggestions out there? Thanking you in advance.
easy & delicious
01/01/2007 at 03:29pm
User: Katie from Boston, MA User Rating:
Other than the fact that I accidentally baked the crust for 5 minutes instead of refrigerating it I followed the recipe to a T and it was delicous. I was a little nervous about the water bath & the jiggly center but I trusted the recipe and it worked out perfectly. Everyone who ate it let out an "mmmmmmm" and never said another word until it was gone. I didn't make the blueberry sauce, since I prefer a plain cheesecake. This is definitely going to be a keeper.
GREAT CHEESECAKE
12/31/2006 at 05:20pm
User: Lisa from Omaha, NE User Rating:
This was awesome cheesecake. I made it for the whole family and it was gone in 20 minutes!
Very good cheesecake
12/31/2006 at 11:17am
User: andrea from Scranton, PA User Rating:
Very easy and very light in texture. I didn't make the sauce, not fond of blueberry sauce.
Yummy!
12/22/2006 at 05:36pm
User: Kristy from ELKINS, WV User Rating:
This is the best cheesecake recipe, however, it takes double the bake time than the recipe calls for. I have made this recipe many times with my own variations and I bake it about 1 hour and 50 min. It comes out perfect every time.
WONDERFUL!!
12/22/2006 at 12:21pm
User: Stacy from Kemp, TX User Rating:
This is the best cheesecake. My fiance makes it and it's always a hit! We added a little sugar and cornstarch to the blueberry sauce. It is definitely the Ultimate Cheesecake!
ultimate cheesecake
12/20/2006 at 09:17am
User: LInda from San Leon, TX User Rating:
This recipe was very easy and very good. I baked my cheesecake about 15 min. longer, oven temps vary. I am making 2 more today for the holidays. One with strawberry topping and one using this recipe with chocolate swirls.
Everyone Love it!
11/07/2006 at 12:48am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Everytime I prepare this cheesecake it gets rave reviews. There is never any left. It's really easy to prepare and is time well spent.
ultimate cheesecake
10/09/2006 at 05:49pm
User: Eileen from Lake Forest, CA User Rating:
worth the work to make!
wonderful recipe
10/02/2006 at 04:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've been making this cheesecake for years now... Everyone loves it!!! I've used other recipes in the past but this recipe is the best!!!
Best Ever
09/26/2006 at 10:44am
User: anne from Everett, MA User Rating:
I have now made this several time and put in my own variations....fruit and flavorings etc. It is by far the sure thing to make a delicious rich cheesecake.
Delicious
09/07/2006 at 01:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Wonderfull, easy and delicious
mmm, so so so good<3
08/22/2006 at 02:46am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this was amazing and i didnt find it overly difficult...yay!
EXCELLENT
08/21/2006 at 09:30pm
User: Diane from Harrison, MI User Rating:
GREAT TASTING AND VERY EASY TO MAKE. MY FAMILY LOVES IT.
So Delicious
08/16/2006 at 10:16am
User: Maryam from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
This is definetly the ultimate cheesecake. I didn't have the blueberry topping, but even without it this cheesecake is incredible.
THE BEST Cheesecake EVER
08/12/2006 at 02:24pm
User: diane from sweet home, OR User Rating:
The best cheesecake I have ever made. Rave reviews from friends when I show up with this desert. I add a little more lemon zest to the receipe.
My husbands ultimate favorite!
07/30/2006 at 09:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Talk about easy and wonderful - this is a MUST make for any occassion!
AWESOME!!!!!!!
07/24/2006 at 09:16pm
User: Joshua from Ansonia, CT User Rating:
This cheesecake is the best ever!!! I go to a technical high school and I take up Culinary arts and this is a recipe that I will make, and I know for a fact that our customers will love this cheesecake. This is a deffinite money maker right here baby!!!! WOO HOOO!!!! CHEESECAKE ROXXXXXX!!!!!!!!!!
best cheesecake
07/10/2006 at 03:15pm
User: nora from san antonio, TX User Rating:
absolutely LOVED it. beautiful white color and lemon zest gives it such a filling, decadant flavor. love the cinnamon in the crust. only needed 1 and 1/2 cup of graham cracker crumbs with 1/2 stick of butter. and keeping the crust in the fridge until the batter is ready is genious, it really makes the crust stick together and the edges didn't overbrown. i didn't do the waterbath, i never do for cheesecakes but it still came out with no cracks. amazing recipe.
Fantastic Taste and Texture!
07/05/2006 at 07:49pm
User: Terri from Cumberland, VA User Rating:
This was the best recipe for a cheesecake I've made so far. Even better than Giada's. Family and friends raved.
Refreshing and Delicious
06/24/2006 at 10:06am
User: DIANNE from st petersburg, FL User Rating:
The cheesecake was wonderful. Creamy and yet light. The lemons was refreshing to the palate. The delicious blueberries really was the perfect topping. It was easy and took little time. This was the perfect ending after our meal.
Most excellant
06/14/2006 at 11:15am
User: evelyn from Antelope, CA User Rating:
I have shared this receipe with friends and it is beyond all doubt the best ever cheesecake. Thanks Evelyn Antelope, CA
Creamy
06/13/2006 at 04:23pm
User: wes from lyons, GA User Rating:
Melts in your mouth good. Very easy to put together in your home
Cheese Cake Review
06/13/2006 at 02:21pm
User: Jeremiah from Orlando, FL User Rating:
This recepie was veary easy for me to do. The fact that it was the first cheese cake I have ever made. All my friends enjoyed it.
cheese cake
06/10/2006 at 12:24pm
User: gary from plant city, FL User Rating:
outstanding and easy to make. great taste
rave reviews
05/29/2006 at 10:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
we made this for the first time this past christmas, and ever since my fiance has been dubbed "the cheesecake man"--this recipe makes you look good! we just did the cheesecake, not the sauce
Beyond Fantastatic
05/22/2006 at 11:57am
User: Ashley from Blue Bell, PA User Rating:
Me and my husband made this dish for our anniversary party and boy was I pleased. The Cheesecake turned out fabulous, eveyone loved it, and more than a few asked for the recipe. With all that said, before making the cake I read all the reviews and took their advice, I actually made the cake 2 days b4 our party (just to make sure all went well)..... I increased the cooking time to 1 hour at 350 and then let it cool in the oven for 30 mins (it stil jiggled when I finally took it out). After cooking it cooled in the fridge for a full 24hrs. It was as solid (no custard) and smooth as can be. Also do be sure to wrap your pan before pouring the batter, it really helps. All told, the cake went over great and I will definitely be making it again! Thanks Tyler
great
05/16/2006 at 10:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made the cheesecake many times but havent tried the topping yet, I make individual cheesecakes out of this recipe using a lined muffin tin. then top them differently so people have a choice.
Delightful & Lemony
05/08/2006 at 11:06am
User: Debbie from Acworth, GA User Rating:
Tyler's cheesecake was very simple to make and turned out quite nice...a basic cheesecake with a light touch of lemon. Be sure to bake in a bain marie and do grate the lemon zest very finely.
TRUELY IS THE ULTIMATE!
04/27/2006 at 01:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I make it for every single family get together and it never fails me. I even make a sugar free one with splenda in place of sugar, still very delicious! Rich and sinful is the only way to describe it.
very creamy cheesecake
04/12/2006 at 08:43pm
User: ROSE from pleasant valley, NY User Rating:
used 1/2 the amt of sour cream and used one reg cream cheese and one lowfat cheesecake. used vanilla wafers instead of graham cracker crust. was sensational. my daughter requests this for her birthday!!!!
Wow
04/11/2006 at 09:36pm
User: Willie from Virginia Beach, VA User Rating:
I am serious and very selective of the food that I eat. Cheesecake is my favorite food and this was absolutely the best cheesecake I have ever had. I was being lazy and bought a store bought crust but it was absolutely DELICOUS...I made it last night and its half gone...
Best Cheesecake!
04/03/2006 at 06:43pm
User: Jay from Houston, TX User Rating:
I have now made this cheesecake about 6 times and it is the best recipe by far that I have found. I always bake it for about 75 minutes. Sometimes I do different toppings for it too.
yummmmmmmm!
04/02/2006 at 06:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It's one of the best cheesecakes I've ever tasted!(=
Dreamy just like the chef!
04/01/2006 at 06:06pm
User: eliza from San Diego, CA User Rating:
Light, creamy texture. This is how I'm gonna make cheesecake from now on. thanks tyler!
taikku01
04/01/2006 at 08:51am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very nice and tasty!
not the "ultimate"
03/30/2006 at 03:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a good cheesecake, but not the "ultimate".
i finally found it!
03/30/2006 at 09:24am