Published: · Modified: by Mamma C · This post may contain affiliate links
Need cheesecake topping ideas? Don't miss these Cheesecake Topping Recipes! Learn how to make strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, cherry, pineapple, caramel, sour cream, chocolate, boozy and lemon toppings. Have fun decorating your cheesecake!
We're gathered here today to discuss an important topic. I mean toppings.
Cheesecake toppings.
With life becoming more normal, we'll have plenty of occasions for cheesecake. And we might not want this Fluffy Crustless Cheesecake or this Chocolate Cheesecake to go around naked.
Although, they do look mighty fine.
Anyway...I've taken on the vital task of rounding up a collection of the best cheesecake toppings from my food blogger colleagues, plus Cooking with Mamma C's recipe archives. I've got fruit compotes, caramel sauces, boozy toppings, sour cream spreads — and of course, chocolate and lemon options.
All of them make fabulous cheesecake decorations. And, they're perfect for all your dessert topping needs.
Our cheesecakes will have a tremendous wardrobe! Let's take a peek.
15 Cheesecake Topping Recipes
Berry Toppings for Cheesecake
Berries are wonderful in syrups, compotes and cheesecake sauces. Garnish your cheesecake with one of these delicious options!
Italian Strawberries with Sugar and Lemon
These strawberries are ready in five minutes, but they'll rock your world! They're a dessert staple in my family and make the best strawberry cheesecake topping!
Photo Credit:www.mamagourmand.com
BLUEBERRY SYRUP
You only need four ingredients and 10 minutes to make this blueberry topping for cheesecake! It's naturally sweetened with maple syrup, for a delicious and healthy option.
Photo Credit:spinachtiger.com
How to Make a Cheesecake and Blackberry Sauce Recipe
You just need blackberries, sugar and water to make this easy blackberry
sauce! It looks beautiful spread over the whole cheesecake, but you also could spoon it over individual portions.
Photo Credit:veggiedesserts.com
Quick Raspberry Compote Recipe
Use fresh or frozen raspberries to make this gorgeous compote. You only need three ingredients and 15 minutes for this delicious raspberry cheesecake topping!
Boozy Toppings
A little alcohol in your cheesecake drizzle will bring delicious flavor!
Amazing Chocolate Liqueur Recipe
Our go-to chocolate topping for cheesecake is relatively easy to make and incredibly satisfying. You'll need to let the chocolate mixture chill overnight, so start the evening before you want to serve it. Enjoy this family recipe from Italy!
Photo Credit:julieblanner.com
Strawberry Pinot Reduction Recipe | The Best Cheesecake Topping!
You just need strawberries, Pinot red wine and sugar to make this flavorful sauce. Impress your guests with little effort!
Caramel Toppings
These caramel cheesecake toppings will make you swoon!
Photo Credit:www.goodlifeeats.com
Caramel Sauce with Vanilla and Bourbon
You don't need a candy thermometer to make this rich caramel sauce. The bourbon is optional, but it's a delicious addition!
Photo Credit:www.thekitchenismyplayground.com
Quick & Easy Toffee Sauce Recipe {PERFECT for Topping Cheesecake & more!}
If you love chocolate and caramel, you'll enjoy this toffee sauce. It's studded with milk-chocolate toffee bits!
Photo Credit:wereparents.com
Decadent Caramel Apple Sauce (Vegan Option)
Made with apples, apple cider, warm spices, butter, brown sugar, water and lemon, this decadent sauce marries the flavors of caramel and apple pie! You can leave in bits of the mashed apples or strain them out for a smooth sauce.
Photo Credit:recipesfromapantry.com
Easy Coconut Caramel Sauce (Gluten-Free)
If you're a coconut lover, you need to try this coconut-caramel sauce! It'll be ready in about 15 minutes.
Fruit Toppings
Dress your cheesecake up with fruit pie fillings or a delicious pineapple topping for cheesecake!
Photo Credit:www.christinascucina.com
Homemade Cherry Pie Filling (or Apple, Peach, Rhubarb...)
Ditch the canned pie filling and make your own! This easy recipe can be
used with different fruits and tastes better than storebought.
Photo Credit:veggiedesserts.com
Easy Vanilla Pineapple Compote
You only need five ingredients and 15 minutes to make this flavorful pineapple compote. Vanilla makes it extra special, and you could add a splash of rum for the adults!
Lemon Topping
Lemon anything is always a crowd pleaser!
Photo Credit:www.suburbia-unwrapped.com
Easy Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe
Top your cheesecake with this homemade lemon curd and wait for the oohs and ahhs! It's a match made in heaven.
Cream Toppings
Bring a creamy X-factor to your cheesecake with these toppings!
Sour Cream Topped Cheesecake (9x13)
This sour cream cheesecake topping is the easiest recipe in the bunch. You
can make it in seconds! Lightly sweetened, it brings a refreshing tang to cheesecakes.
Photo Credit:www.theorganickitchen.org
Macerated Berries and Sour Whipped Cream
Add a little tang to your whipped cream by adding sour cream to it! It goes great with macerated strawberries and is the perfect way to top your cheesecake.
I hope you love these fabulous Cheesecake Topping Recipes! They would be great to make for a cheesecake topping bar, or whenever you want to serve a fancy cheesecake.
Speaking of that, if you need a cheesecake pan, go with a springform (affiliate link) or a 9x13 pan with square corners (affiliate link).
More ways to use dessert toppings
Besides cheesecake, you can use the above recipes with:
- Dairy-Free Waffles
- Pancakes with Almond Milk
- No-Churn Butter Pecan Ice Cream
- Sour Cream Pound Cake (Light)
Enjoy!
More Dessert Recipes
- Panettone Recipe (Italian Christmas Bread)
- Italian Cookies (Vanilla or Anisette)
- Italian Pignoli Cookies (Pine Nut Cookies)
- Italian Rainbow Cookies
Reader Interactions
Comments
Angie
I used 3 of your topping recipes for my daughter’s 16th birthday Cheesecake bar! It was a huge success and I return to these recipes to find the perfect topping for some mini cheesecakes I am making for a friend. Delicious, fresh and time listed to prepare is right on target. Thank you!
Reply
Mamma C
Hi Angie - A cheesecake bar sounds awesome! I'm so glad you found some great recipes for toppings here.
Reply
Keti
Oh wow thanks for sharing. What is the last cake where you have the cream topping please?
Reply
Mamma C
Hi Keti - That photo is from another blog, but her post says they're scones.
Reply
Noelle
We make cheesecake for birthdays instead of regular cake so this will be coming in handy! Thank you
Reply
Mamma C
Hi Noelle - I love that idea! I'm glad these recipes will come in handy.
Reply
Shivani Raja
Thank you so much for this! That vanilla pineapple compote looks INSANE.
Reply
Mamma C
Hi Shivani - I know, right? Pineapple is my favorite fruit.
Reply
Kate Hackworthy
So many awesome toppings! Thanks so much for including my raspberry compote and pineapple compote!
Reply
Mamma C
Hi Kate - They look so good! I just had to share them.
Reply
Suzy
The caramel sauce has to be my favorite I think!
Reply
Mamma C
Hi Suzy - It does look really good!
Reply
Valentina
What a fun (and super delicious!) idea for a post. I'm especially drawn to the lemon and cherry, but all of these toppings are calling to me. Lovely.
Reply
Mamma C
Thanks, Valentina! They're all calling my name too.
Reply
