1. Cheesecake dates back over 4,000 years
The ancient Greeks were enjoying early versions of cheesecake as far back as 2,000 BC — it was even served to athletes at the first Olympic Games!
2. Romans loved it too
After conquering Greece, the Romans spread the cheesecake recipe across Europe, adding eggs and baking it under hot bricks.
3. New York style made it famous
The creamy, dense New York cheesecake became iconic thanks to extra cream cheese and the legendary Junior’s restaurant in Brooklyn.
4. There’s a Japanese version too
Japanese cotton cheesecake is lighter, fluffier, and almost souffle-like — proving cheesecake can take many forms.
5. The largest cheesecake weighed over 6,900 pounds
Made in Russia in 2017, it set a Guinness World Record for the biggest cheesecake ever baked.
6. It doesn’t always need to be baked
No-bake cheesecakes skip the oven and instead set in the fridge — perfect for summer desserts.
7. Cream cheese was invented by accident
In 1872, American dairyman William Lawrence accidentally created modern cream cheese while trying to replicate a French cheese.
8. Cheesecake can be savory too
Before sugar became common, early cheesecakes were more like cheese pies, flavored with herbs instead of sugar.
9. Every country adds its twist
From Italy’s ricotta cheesecake to Germany’s quark-based käsesahnetorte, each region has its own unique style.
10. It’s still a favorite dessert worldwide
Despite changing tastes over centuries, cheesecake remains one of the most loved and ordered desserts in restaurants around the globe.
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