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Culinary speaking there is nothing cake about it, by definition it's a custard pie. There is no clear reason how the name cheesecake came about however one theory is because it's texture and appearance was similar to that of a "cake" of soap and the name stuck.
In history it was a popular dish in ancient Greece. With the Roman Empire taking over Greece, the recipe was absorbed by Romans. The Roman name for this dish (derived from the Greek language) was "placenta". Placenta was more like modern version of cheesecake, baked inside or on a pastry base. They were also called "libum" by the Romans, and were often used as offerings to their gods.
Cheesecake has cheese in it. Most recipes use cream cheese, though some use cottage or ricotta cheese.
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Why is cheesecake called cheesecake when it better fits the description of a pie?
Cheese Cake has layers. So it is actually more like a cake than a pie. Cheese Cake actually has cheese in the mixture.
Does cheesecake have gluten?
The only cheese in cheesecake is the cream cheese.
Dids cheesecake have cheese in it?
Cream cheese is usually the main ingredient in Cheesecake, But a variation can be done with yogurt.
How can you prevent tasting cheese in your cheesecake?
use fake cheese
Where did the name of cheesecake come from?
Cheesecake got its name because it has cream cheese in it.
Best cream cheese for homemade cheesecake?
Some would say there is really no best cream cheese, but the most common brand used in cheesecake is Philadelphia brand cream cheese. It's actually my preferred brand for homemade cheesecake, too.
Why is London cheesecake so called?
No one knows why London cheesecake is called as such. This pastry confection does not contain any cheese and is not even a cake. Contrary to its name, some of its ingredients contain jam, almonds, and coconut.
What should you do if you are addicted to cheese?
Try cheesecake!!
Is cheese cake good?
Yes! Cheesecake tastes amazing! Especially the chocolate cheesecake! :D
Can ricotta cheese be used instead of Philadelphia cheese for a cheesecake?
Yes but cream cheese would be better.
Can you freeze a cheesecake that has a cream cheese frosting?
The cheese cake will freeze, however the cream cheese frosting will not.
What cheese is used to make baileys cheesecake?
you use cream cheese not regular cheese
