There are several different types of cream cheese dessert, with many different recipes available. One of the most popular is cheesecake, which can be made in a variety of different ways. Cream cheese can also be used to make a gelatin dessert that can be prepared with a variety of different fruits. Other recipes that include cream cheese include danishes and other pastries, as well as a frozen strawberry treat or frosting.
One of the most common cream cheese desserts is cheesecake, although this sweet treat can also be made from a variety of soft cheeses, such as ricotta or mascarpone. In its simplest form, cheesecake is made with an easy crust of ground graham crackers and butter, and the cheese is mixed with heavy cream, sugar, and other flavorings. The entire cream cheese dessert is then baked and topped with any number of ingredients, with fresh fruit, fruit sauces, and chocolate being popular. Other ingredients may also be added into the cream cheese batter, include pieces of fruit, caramel, or even pumpkin puree for a unique flavor.
Gelatin and cream cheese are a relatively common pairing, especially as a layered, chilled dish. With this type of cream cheese dessert, a variety of gelatin flavors are prepared, and cream cheese is mixed with sugar and corn starch, with the latter acting as a thickening agent. The gelatin and cream cheese mixtures can be layered in a variety of different molds, and fresh fruit can be added in between the layers or on top. The entire dish is then chilled until both the gelatin and cream cheese mixture is firm.
Danishes made with cream cheese are popular all over the world, especially in European pastry shops. In this type of dessert, the cheese is used as a filling for a variety of different danishes and other pastries. It can be used alone, mixed with sugar, or folded into a multitude of nut pastes, with almond paste being a popular option. The cream cheese may also be flavored with vanilla, cinnamon, or other ingredients to enhance the flavor of the dish. This mixture may be used as a filling by itself, or combined with a fruit filling for a cheese and fruit Danish or pastry.
On a hot summer day, a frozen strawberry cream cheese dessert can be an excellent end to a meal. The crust can be made from ground cookies or graham crackers and pressed into the bottom of a baking pan. The cream cheese is mixed with mashed fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and other flavorings, and poured on top of the crust. This cream cheese dessert is then frozen until it is firm and served in slices.
One of the most popular uses for cream cheese is as a flavoring for frosting for a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. The most popular pairing with this frosting is with red velvet cake, though it is also found in seasonal favorites like pumpkin rolls. Cream cheese frosting must be refrigerated when used, however, which should be taken into consideration when using it for a dessert.
