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Should I use vanilla extract or a vanilla bean?
Vanilla beans produce the best flavor when it comes to making cheesecake. Vanilla beans are easy to work with. Simply slice in half lengthwise, and use the edge of your knife to scrape out all of the insides directly into your cake batter. While flavorful, vanilla beans can also be tremendously expensive. Vanilla extract is always a great option.
What kind of toppings can I use on my cheesecake?
The flavor toppings for cheesecake are nearly endless! Chocolate sauce or caramel sauce like you’d use on ice cream work just fine. You can also use pie fillings for easy fruit toppings like raspberry, strawberry, apple, blueberry, and more. Or, you can make your own toppings.
Why did my cheesecake split and crack?
Upset that your cheesecake split or cracked? The first thing you should know is that a split and crack should have no effect on the taste of the cheesecake. It’s perfectly okay to eat a cracked cheesecake. To get that picture-perfect New York Cheesecake, here are two great tips: 1. Do NOT open your oven door while it is cooking! If there is a sudden temperature change your cheesecake will crack. Cheesecakes need to be cooled slowly so it’s best to leave it in the oven with the door closed and let it cool down with the oven itself. 2. Another big cause of cheesecake cracking is that it is overcooked, so make sure to follow the recipe so your cheesecake ends up perfect. If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these other classic cake recipes:
The Most Amazing Chocolate CakeAngel Food CakeEasy Banana CakeBoston Cream Pie
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