If you’re serving a special cheesecake, consider taking the extra step of considering the appearance of the cheesecake. We enjoy food with our eyes, in addition to our mouths. Always play around with your own thoughts, but here are a handful of ideas to get you started.
New York Style Cheesecake: This is what most people would think of as the basic, plain or “unflavored” cheesecake. Frankly, it is anything but unflavored! However, its flavor will adapt well to nearly all additions. Well, maybe not broccoli! I suggest that you should consider complimenting the rich flavor of this versatile cake by placing a healthy amount of hot caramel topping around the plate.
Blueberry Cheesecake is a finish to the meal in which everyone delights. My favorite way to eat blueberries is with a a small amount of cream, so I recommend following a similar idea with blueberry cheesecakes. Place a small amount of whipped cream next to the slice. Your guests may then choose whether to indulge.
Turtle Cheesecake: This cheesecake has a variety of flavors incorporated, so it’s a good idea not to try to add yet another one. Instead, place just a few flower petals around the platter to add to the appearance. Yellow petals particularly enhance the color of the cake.
Pumpkin Cheesecake, a holiday time favorite, is even creamier than the more traditional pumpkin pie. Cut a festive hole in some paper–holiday tree shaped or a star. Center the paper over the top of the slice. In the hole you’ve cut in the paper, gently sprinkle cinnamon.
Sugar Free Cheesecakes–no sugar added: Regardless of the flavor of the cake, a mint sprig atop the widest part of the cheesecake slice, will dress it up wonderfully without adding any additional sugar.
The presentation is impacted not just by what’s on the plate but also the character of the plate, itself. Of course, your everyday dishes will serve your purpose. But the added storage space in modern kitchens permit many of us to have more creative alternatives. People have unique salsa and chip servers, instead of the old fashioned bowls. Why not choose plates that you use only for the special dessert celebrations?
Cheesecakes are a terrific–and somewhat expensive–addition to an exquisite meal or a casual barbeque. Dedicate a bit of time to accentuate the smooth texture of this marvelous dessert with your signature additions.
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