Questions and Answers – How To Freeze Cheesecakes
Question:
I have decided to make baked cheesecakes as Christmas gifts, but I am wondering about freezing them so that I can make them early. What is the best way to freeze them, and how long can they stay frozen?
Answers:
Yes – you can freeze cheesecakes. I do it all the time – cheesecakes freeze incredibly well.
I have frozen them over a month and they were great! This is the wonderful thing about cheesecakes, is that you can freeze them ahead and use later. Freezing for more than a month is not recommended to retain the best quality.
Cool the cheesecake completely before freezing.
To use bottom of springform pan – Remove the outer rim (sides) of the springform pan, leaving the cheesecake sitting on the bottom of the pan. I then wrap each cheesecake (with the bottom of the pan) with several layers of plastic wrap and then a layer over the outside with aluminum foil.
To use a cardboard bottom – After the cheesecake is completely cooled, use a knife to separate the cheesecake from the pan bottom. Slide it onto a foil-wrapped piece of heavy cardboard. Then wrap each cheesecake (with the bottom of the pan) with several layers of plastic wrap and then a layer over the outside with aluminum foil.
For a cheesecake with topping – such as fruit, always freeze cheesecake WITHOUT the topping and add the topping before serving.
Always thaw a cheesecake overnight in the refrigerator. When partially thawed, transfer it from the cardboard or springform bottom to a serving plate.
Check out all of Linda’s tips and hints on baking cheesecakes:
Baking A Perfect Cheesecake
Baking Cheesecakes Ahead Of Time
Cracks in Cheesecake
Cutting Cheesecake
How To Freeze Cheesecakes
Traveling with Cheesecakes
Springform Pans
Question:
Do I freeze the cheesecake inside the spring form pan or do I take them out. If so, how do I keep them from falling apart. – Craig Bentley (8/02/06)
Answers:
I remove the outer rim of the springform pan and leave the cheesecake sitting on the bottom of the pan. Then wrap with several layers of plastic wrap. They do not fall apart if you do this. Also check out above on using a cardboard bottom.
32 Responses to “How To Freeze Cheesecake”
Linda Linden
Can I freeze cheese cake with sour cream topping?
Linda Stradley
I freeze cheesecakes all the time, but not with sour cream topping. For a cheesecake with topping – such as fruit or cream, always freeze cheesecake WITHOUT the topping and add the topping before serving.
I have frozen them over a month and they were great! This is the wonderful thing about cheesecakes, is that you can freeze them ahead and use later. Freezing for more than a month is not recommended to retain the best quality.
Rose Thompson
Would also like to know when is the best to cut the cake, before putting topping on or after
this is when i would freeze cheesecake.
Linda Stradley
If you freeze your cheesecake, do not add the topping until you decide to defrost. After defrosting, then apply the topping before servings.
Mitchell
Is it possible to freeze pre-cooked cheeze cake? Is there any taste / health issues? Thanks
Linda Stradley
I have frozen them over a month and they were great! This is the wonderful thing about cheesecakes, is that you can freeze them ahead and use later. Freezing for more than a month is not recommended to retain the best quality.
larraine
Can i freeze a no bake baileys cheese cake that contains whipped cream thankyou.
Linda Stradley
Yes, I see no reason that you can not freeze an already prepared cheesecake containing whipped cream.
Wade
Can you freeze cheesecakes if you use heavy cream in the ingredients instead of sour cream?
Wade Beames
Can you freeze a baked cheesecake, if you use heavy cream in the ingredients?
Linda Stradley
Yes – Thaw a frozen cheesecake that contains heavy cream in the refrigerator rather than on the counter.
Jennie
I want to make an.uncooked chocolate cheese cake for easter – ig I make it now can I freeze until I need it. Thanks
Linda Stradley
You need to first cook the cheeses and then let cool before freezing.
Monica Bauer
I bought a cheesecake that was frozen and thawed. Can I re-freeze it?
Linda Stradley
I, personally, would not refreeze it. Refrigerate instead.
Ruth Haney
Can I freeze a cheese coffee cake made with pound cake mix and cream cheese and egg fillling
Linda Stradley
Please read the following: Freezing Cream Cheese
Debbie
I froze my cheesecake in a plastic cake carrier….very tight fitted…will it be ok.
Betsy Thompson
I need to freeze a cheesecake for Thanksgiving but I need to travel with it on a 22 hour trip any suggestions on how to do this
Linda Stradley
I would pack it in a cooler with ice during the trip. I would probably leave the cheesecake in the springform pan you cooked it in. Wrap the cheesecake well to prevent any ice or water from touching the cheesecake. Check out my web page: How To Freeze Cheesecake.
Linette Valles
I have a smooth chocolate glaze (chocolate & butter) on my cheesecake. Is it ok to freeze with it on, or wait until the day to serve to put the glaze on?
Whats Cooking America
We recommend to always freeze a cheesecake without toppings, then add the toppings after thawing.
Joanne Walker
I made 2 cheesecakes with canned fruit topping blueberry and cherry but party is next Saturday!!!!! My mistake. Can I freeze . they are covered with cool whip. Help!
Concepta Bithell
Last Christmas I made ahead 4 fruit filled cheesecakes, wrapped them very well and froze them for about 3 weeks before the holiday. Mine were filled with fresh (cooked with cran juice, cornstarch and sugar) cranberries. When I thawed the cakes, I then added the same fruit as topping. I was amazed at how well the fruit filled cheesecakes tasted, everyone raved about them.
Bryan
I was wondering if it would be okay to freeze the cheesecake filling for the cheesecake and let it thaw later. I would then put it in the pan and bake it . Would that be okay ?
Whats Cooking America
I haven’t tested it out myself, but from what I read, you can freeze the cheesecake batter, and then let it thaw out in the refrigerator until softened before baking in a cheesecake pan. Maybe someone else can chime in that has actually tried this.
Mary
Would this method work for mini cheese cakes? I bake them in cupcake papers.
Elizabeth Edgar
I would like to know why when I defrost my frozen fruit filled and whipped cream topped cheesecakes there is water in it, Could it be from the filling or the type of whipped cream used for the topping. Please advise.
Barbara
Will the crusts be soggy when defrosted?
Cherryl
I freeze cheesecakes but when they defrost they don’t cut well.They are crumbly,is it because I use heavy cream and sour cream? Do I need some sort of stabilizer in the recipe??
Jennifer Yates
Can I freeze a savoury cheesecake which contains 3 cheeses and red onions
Lisa brown
The most amazing cheesecake recipe!!! Thank you!!!