Name: Instant Pot Classic Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 8 h 40 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs; 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, room temperature; ½ cup white granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; Cherry Pie Filling

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You won’t believe how easy it is to make a Cheesecake in your Instant Pot. Top it with some cherry pie filling for a weeknight dessert!

Instant Pot Cheesecake

Is there anything more amazing than cheesecake? I think not. However, Instant Pot Cheesecake does get the cheesecake to your mouth a little faster, which is a huge win in my book. I don’t know about you, but I couldn’t run my kitchen without my Instant Pot, it’s been a true time-saver. This Instant Pot Cheesecake is easy and delicious!

My Instant Pot Cheesecake recipe is also super versatile, so you can add the toppings of your choice on it. You can also create several different IP Cheesecakes and put a variety of toppings on them. The choice is yours and you cannot go wrong making this cheesecake for your family or guests.

Cheesecake has never been my favorite thing to make pre-Instant Pot because of the time commitment. I feel as though the Instant Pot makes baking so much easier, especially when it comes to cheesecake. Whether this is your first cheesecake or your 100th, I think you’re going to love this recipe!

Sometimes working with an IP has its ups and downs. The good news about this recipe is that you don’t have to do all the experimenting, we did it all for you. Sometimes the Instant Pot can be finicky and it can be hard to perfect a recipe like this Instant pot cheesecake recipe.

Instant Pots can make a lot of different things well, but one of my favorites is the cheesecake it can produce. I feel as though IP Cheesecake is soft and decadent. It melts in your mouth and just has the sweetest taste!

Here we see the finished Instant Pot cheesecake out of the pan and on a pedestal, ready to be cut and served.

Different Topping Options for the Instant Pot

If you need a basic recipe for Instant Pot Cheesecake, this is your recipe. From here, you can create any cheesecake that you want. There are many topping options for cheesecake, but here are a few ideas.

Strawberry
Blueberry
White Chocolate Drizzle
Chocolate

What is your favorite cheesecake topping? There is no shortage of cheesecake options out there, that’s for sure!

A horizontal view of the finished Instant Pot cheesecake ready to be served and enjoyed.

Can You Use a Springform Pan in an Instant Pot?

In order to make this Pressure cooker cheesecake, you will want to have a 7-inch springform pan. This pan will help you create the most delicious cheesecake! Not only can you make cheesecake, but you can also make regular cake and other dishes you desire.

The cool thing about a springform pan is that it sits on top of the silicone steam rack. It helps cook your cheesecake to perfection, which is so important whenever you are wanting something sweet and delicious!

Using a strip of folded aluminum foil the springform pan is lowered into the pressure cooker.

Is the Instant Pot Easy to Use?

There are many people scared of using an Instant Pot, however, you should embrace this in your kitchen because it’s one of the easier tools to use. I feel as though once you get used to using it, it’s also going to be your favorite.

So, long story short, this is an amazing tool to use and no doubt you are going to love it. The Instant Pot will help you make even more cheesecakes in your life.

How Long Does Cheesecake Last in the Fridge?

Once you make this cheesecake, you may be wondering how you can store it. Well, cheesecake cannot be left on the counter, you have to put it in the fridge. Once you put the cheesecake in the fridge, you don’t want to keep it over 5 days. I don’t think you will have a problem at your house eating this or having leftovers, it’s so good that it disappears quickly.

Image shows the finished Instant Pot cheesecake recipe sliced and served on a plate with cherry filling on top!

How to Know If Cheesecake Goes Bad

Once you make the Instant Pot Cheesecake, you may be wondering how you’ll know if it goes bad. The cheesecake will last 5-7 days in your fridge, but after that, it’s safe to say that it won’t last. You can easily tell if there is mold or discoloration on the cheesecake, otherwise, it may be hard to tell.

You can always give it the smell test to see if it’s any good. Sometimes the only thing you can do is smell it, to see if it has gone bad. The only solution is to make sure to you eat it BEFORE it goes bad.

Now we can see the finished pressure cooker cheesecake with a slice served up and missing a bite. The rest of the cheesecake in the background.

Conclusion

The next time you are looking for something amazing to make in your Instant Pot, you’ll want to make this Instant Pot Cheesecake. It’s easy, delicious, and a family favorite around here. What is your favorite part about owning an Instant Pot?

Here’s a few great recipes you can make in your Instant Pot:

Pressure Cooker Pumpkin Cheesecake

You won't believe how easy it is to make a Cheesecake in your Instant Pot. Top it with some cherry pie filling for a weeknight dessert!

Yield: 8