# cheesecake

/ˈtʃizˌkeɪk/ (US) · /tʃˈiːzkeɪk/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cheesecake
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

a rich, sweet dessert with a thick top layer made of soft cheese and a bottom layer made of crushed cookies or pastry.

For teachers: a dessert consisting of a thick, creamy filling—typically made from soft cheese, eggs, and sugar—resting on a base of crushed biscuits or pastry.

## Examples

- I ordered a slice of strawberry cheesecake for dessert.
- The bakery is famous for its New York-style cheesecake, which is baked until the top is golden brown.

## Usage notes

- Uncountable when referring to the food in general; countable when referring to a specific cake or a variety of the dessert.

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