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The final confection the team suggests are \"cubies,\" a small cube of the cheesecake that makes for a perfect mix-in for milkshakes, concretes and sundaes. Schulman said simply bake the cheesecake on a flat baking sheet and cut it in tiny cubes for toppings in other desserts.

From fruit-forward favorites like strawberry cheesecake or lemon with mixed berries, Eli's offers a range of flavors to satisfy any summer sweet tooth. Check out even more in the 40th Anniversary edition cookbook that hits shelves this fall to debunk any cheesecake worries.

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The family-owned business is also well-known for its celebratory cheesecakes, like a 2,000-pound cheesecake that made its way to the Capitol for Obama's presidential inauguration and another that was presented to the cast of \"Hamilton\" for the show's wrap party.

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