National Cheesecake Day Trivia
From Greek honey cakes to New York's densest slices, prove you have the refined palate to handle this much dairy without cracking.
EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
What common dairy ingredient is typically melted and mixed with graham cracker crumbs and sugar to bind a cheesecake's crust together?
Butter
When baking a New York-style cheesecake, which specific part should remain slightly jiggly to ensure it stays the creamiest after chilling?
The center
Which classic style of cheesecake is famous for its dense, rich texture and the frequent addition of sour cream?
New York-style
Cheesecakes are often baked in a water bath to ensure the eggs in the batter set slowly rather than doing what?
Curdle
Which seasonal variation of this dessert features pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg to create a classic autumn flavor profile?
Pumpkin cheesecake