How To Know When Cheesecake Is Done

Cheesecake is a delicious dessert that many home bakers enjoy baking. How to know when cheesecake is done is key if you are planning to make your own. You don’t want to have an over or underbaked cheesecake.

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If only a small circle in the middle slightly jiggles and the cheesecake looks set, then it is done baking. If your cheesecake jiggles a lot when you gently shake it, it needs to bake longer. On the other hand, if there is no jiggle at all then your cheesecake is overbaked.

JIGGLE IT

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Another way to check if a cheesecake is done is to look at its color. Your cheesecake should be pale ivory in color with just a slight golden brown color along the edges.

LOOK AT ITS COLOR

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Though this method is not always the best, you can also check the temperature of the cheesecake to see if it is done. The temperature of cheesecake should be between 150-155 degrees Farenheit.

CHECK THE TEMPERATURE

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If you touch the middle and cheesecake is soft or you get batter on your finger, then it needs more time in the oven. On the other hand, if you touch it and it is firm with no give, it might be overcooked. Use caution with this method as your cheesecake will be hot.

TOUCH IT

The best way to test if your cheesecake is done is to gently shake it. If only a small circle in the middle jiggles, then it is all done baking. Find out more tips and tricks in the link below.

How To Know When Cheesecake Is Done