Ten Great Gifts for Cheesecake Lovers

There are many great gifts for cheesecake lovers, and not all of them have to do with the confection. Ah, the cheesecake. It is my personal favorite desert, and it is a wonderful dairy delight that has been a beloved confection since ancient Grecian times. The American cheesecake is a typically low baked dessert created by baking eggs, cornstarch, and cream cheese with folded in vanilla over a graham cracker crust, similar to the process which creates custard. Cheesecake fans everywhere appreciate gifts themed in their favorite dessert as a thoughtful expression in their favorite subject. Here are ten great gifts for cheesecake lovers:

Book - If the cover doesn't tempt you, the recipes inside 124 Best Cheesecake Recipes by George Geary will. This delightful collection of twists on a delectable favorite is 192 mouthwatering pages of culinary masterpieces involving the beloved cheesecake. The recipes are great for anyone from the average cook to the cooking hobbyist with easy-to-follow guidelines and interesting recipes. Baking tips are convenient and helpful for all curious cooks to try to reproduce the tempting desserts inside.

Cheesecake Soap from Soap Café looks good enough to eat. For $6.95, your favorite cheesecake lover can enjoy this glycerin decorative cherry scented soap that looks just like a slice of cherry topped cheesecake. The best thing about this masterpiece is that it's calorie free, and a wonderful way to come out smelling sweet. If you don't want to wash with this cute gift, consider setting it out on a countertop to use as an air freshener.

Cheesecake - Show you have great taste with the gift of cheesecake from Sinful Cheesecake Company, Say it With Cheesecake, or Carnegie Deli. These amazing confections make stunning gifts for any cheesecake lover, a generously rich and considerate expression that any cheesecake lover will appreciate.

Cheesecake Candles from Bakerycandle.com look so completely edible, you'll fool yourself! They are so well made, in fact, that looking at the website for them makes me hungry. Candle cravings is so good at their craft, they also make enticing movie props that look like authentic food items. Though these confections are definitely treats for the eyes, these wax goodies should never be given to cheesecake lovers with small children, because they look that edible. Refresher oils are available to keep your candle smelling bakery fresh. For another great cheesecake candle company, look no further than Wax Wizard, a company that sells some of Eli's original cheesecake scented candles, but hurry, supplies are limited due to a manufacturing shift! These candles smell just like cheesecake when burned.

Cheesecake Pans - Mini Cheesecake pans are charming little spring-form delights that offer just enough dessert for one. They are made with sturdy nonstick coated aluminum, and the spring style release design makes it easy to get your cake out after baking. These cake pans are just 4" in diameter and are available at Surlatable.com. Cooking.com carries a full line of round cheesecake pans with removable bottom, including a 12 cell Mini Cheesecake Pan, a twist on the muffin pan. The bottom discs on each cell pop up for easy removal and cleaning, and it's dishwasher safe. Finished desserts are simply adorable.

Cheesecake Plate - Courtney's Candles carries a beautiful lizard-themed cheesecake plate. This piece of whimsical folk art says, "When I'm weary but still can't sleep . . . I count cheesecakes instead of sheep!" The plate is one of a series of four. The other plates are not about cheesecake. Item is created by Diane Artware.

Tour of Eli's Cheesecake Company - If your cheesecake lover is in the greater Chicago area, for just $14.95, you can treat your favorite cheesecake lover to the ultimate Eli's Bakery experience; tasting five varieties of cheesecake after lunch and a tour of Eli's famous bakery. This Chicago gem has been in business since 1977 when a steak restaurant entrepreneur started offering a cheesecake dessert for sale to patrons of his restaurant. Eli's Cheesecake was the dessert served at Bill Clinton's Inauguration, and the 2000 lb confection served thousands of guests. Bakery toys at the factory in Chicago. There is a dress code, and cameras are not allowed.

The Cheesecake Factory Gift Cards from http://shop.thecheesecakefactory.com/ or Cheesecake by the month by the same company are delicious gifts that suit any cheesecake lover's taste. Your favorite cheesecake lover can choose from one of many delicious desserts and experience some of the best cheesecake you can order. Maybe they will even call you over for coffee and a slice when their item arrives. Certificates can by purchased in denominations of $10, $25, $50, and any amount over that up to $500, and include a personalized greeting. They are also honored at cheesecake factory restaurants and bakeries nationwide.

I Heart Cheesecake - Your favorite Cheesecake fan can display their affection for the sweet confection with an I Heart Cheesecake t-shirt from the i-heart-shop.com . These I Love Cheesecake clothes are a wonderful way to proudly share cheesecake loving passion. Don't want to wear it out in the open? Consider a thong, boxers, or camisole, or for more versatility, buy a button.

Strawberry Cheesecake Jelly Belly beans - A bag of delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Jelly Belly beans from Jelly Belly is a gift of long-lasting, delicious candy. For $16.50, you can buy a 2.2 lb bag of exclusive Strawberry Cheesecake jelly belly beans. At about four calories per bean and one gram of carbohydrate (0 fat grams) per unite, Jelly belly is a delicious way to watch calories. Jelly Belly Jellybeans are Kosher and they contain no gelatin, so vegetarians can enjoy the little beans without any form of guilt.

Whether your favorite cheesecake lover prefers New York or Chicago style, or some style in between, the gift of delicious cheesecake and cheesecake themed items is one that any cheesecake lover would appreciate. Happy Holidays.