New York-Style Cheesecake Recipes for Juniors

For nearly six decades, the legendary and creamy slices of cheesecake at Junior's restaurant have been a pilgrimage for devoted fans. However, you no longer need to travel to Brooklyn to indulge in these "to-die-for" cheesecakes, as you can now whip them up in your own kitchen with the help of the Junior's Cheesecake Cookbook.

The book's author, Alan Rosen, the grandson of Junior's founder, reveals the very recipe that made Junior's reputation – the Original New York Cheesecake, unchanged since 1950. But that's just the beginning; the book offers a variety of delectable flavors, including Banana Fudge, Lemon Coconut, Strawberry Parfait, and Brownie Swirl, among many others, providing 50 fabulous reasons to indulge.

This must-have book is a true treasure for everyone who considers a slice of cheesecake to be a taste of heaven. It begins with "Cheesecake 101," a comprehensive guide that teaches the importance of "babying" the cheesecake, such as using a water bath and keeping cooling cakes out of drafts, to ensure the perfect crust and filling. The book also includes a troubleshooting chart and helpful tips on garnishes and finishing touches.

The chapter on "Junior's Favorites" showcases the "original," plain, and wonderful cheesecake, as well as variations featuring fresh fruit, glistening glaze, crunchy toppings, and even chocolate, pumpkin, and peanut butter and jelly swirls.

For those who love to celebrate, the "Reasons to Celebrate" section offers festive cheesecakes for every occasion, from Cherry Heart to Easter Egg and Christmas Tree to Stars & Stripes.

Chocolate lovers will delight in the chapter dedicated to their favorite indulgence, with recipes for Triple Chocolate, Chocolate Marble, Chocolate Crunch, and Candy Bar Explosion cheesecakes.

The book also features "Little Fellas," which are small in size but big in flavor, and "Skyscrapers," incredible cakes within cakes, where delicious homemade layer cakes, such as devil's food, hold extra creamy layers of cheesecake.

Throughout the book, readers will find terrific "inside" tips and mouthwatering full-color photos to guide them on their cheesecake-making journey.

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