Cheesecake Trivia Quiz

Where did cheesecake FIRST originate?

• Italy

• Ancient Greece

• United States

• Germany

At which important event did ancient Greeks first serve cheesecake?

• A royal wedding

• A religious ceremony

• The Olympic Games

• A military celebration

How did the Romans contribute to cheesecake's development?

• They completely stopped making cheesecake

• They added eggs and crushed cheese to improve texture

• They removed cheese from the recipe

• They only made sweet versions

Which ingredient was a KEY innovation in American cheesecake?

• Honey

• Wheat

• Cream cheese

• Ricotta

Who invented cream cheese in the United States?

• A chef

• William Lawrence

• A baker

• A farmer

What makes New York style cheesecake unique?

• It uses no cheese

• It's very thin

• It has extra egg yolks for a silky texture

• It's always chocolate flavored

During which Jewish festival is cheesecake traditionally important?

• Passover

• Hanukkah

• Shavat

• Yom Kippur

How did cheesecake CHANGE when it came to America?

• It disappeared completely

• It became less sweet

• It was made with local ingredients

• It was only made by professional chefs

In which country is cheesecake described as "cotton-like" and very fluffy?

• Italy

• Germany

• Japan

• Greece

What did ancient Greeks believe about cheesecake?

• It was only for rich people

• It was a source of energy

• It was bad for health

• It could only be eaten at night