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(SPOT.ph) We're just going to go ahead and say it: It gets doubly hard each year to handpick Manila's best cheesecakes when a number of variants keeps sprouting left and right-nonstop. Though seemingly unthinkable at the onset, we've managed to narrow down our favorites from across the Metro based on the following criteria: overall taste, density, and uniqueness (after all, cheesecakes are a dime a dozen now).

Read on to find out which cheesecakes made this year's list-these are those that have perfected the balance of sweet and tart, are smooth from end to end, and flaunt pure decadence that will keep us captivated for a long, long time.
All SPOT.ph Top 10 lists are researched, paid for, tested, and selected by the writers and editors. They are discreetly conducted without any notice made to the restaurants or their owners. Also read:
Top 10 Cheesecakes in Manila (2011 Edition)
Top 10 Cheesecakes in Manila (2013 Edition)
10. Test Kitchen Caffe's Berry Cheesecake (P150)
Baked daily and in limited qualities, the cake is textbook-a lean graham crust, a tart cream cheese base, whipped cream, and when you finish your dessert literally with cherries on top, you know you're in for a treat. The texture is rich, almost like a very thick ice cream, but the flavors are so light, with that slight tanginess showing up after a few forkfuls. You won't have trouble finishing this number, for sure.
Test Kitchen Caffe is at B6L7 Tropical Avenue, BF Homes, Las Piñas City. Read more about Test Kitchen Caffe. 9. Mamou's New York Cheesecake (P325)
Amid the steak and the pancakes and the sinigang, Mamou's cheesecake comes out swinging. This creation is stripped down, perfect in its simplicity: It proves that all a good cheesecake needs is a velvety base and a tasty, solid crust. The side of slightly sweet whipped cream is a bonus for those who'd like a boost of flavor in each forkful.
Mamou has branches at Serendra, Bonifacio Global City; and G/F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati City. Read more about Mamou. 8. Sobremesa's Salted Caramel and Banana Cheesecake (P220)
Chef Benjo Tuason's restaurant may be new, but, man, does it know how to make a first impression. The glazed bananas on top start you off with a punch of sweetness. Once that clears away, you'll appreciate the salty notes from the caramel. It's a seamless fusion of flavors from Sobremesa's South-American and Filipino culinary influences.
Sobremesa is at Sapphire Bloc Ortigas Center, Ortigas, Pasig City. Read more about Sobremesa. 7. Le Petit Soufflé's Manchego and Parmigiano Reggiano Cheesecake (P330)
When it comes to the cheesecake game, Le Petit Soufflé takes on a different tack with this sinful opus, the Manchego and Parmigiano Reggiano Cheesecake. Chef Miko Aspiras' version looks more like a small wheel of cheese than a cheesecake (the flavors are so defined that it might as well be). The Manchego and Parmesan combine to create a sharp note, which is nicely contrasted by the sweet, fluffy base and the side of subtle vanilla cream.
Le Petit Soufflé is at 3/F Century City Mall, Kalayaan Avenue, Poblacion, Makati City. Read more about Le Petit Soufflé. 6. Slice's Yema Cheesecake (P260)
Slice's Yema Cheesecake is an obvious treat for those with a sweet tooth. The cake finds its star in the sweet stop's signature yema that pairs well with whipped cream and chunks of praline walnuts and almonds. The cream cheese base is insanely dense and creamy, lending a hand to each bite's truly sinful and distinct taste.
Slice is at Bonifacio High Street Central, 7th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City; and at Food on Four, 4/F SM Aura Premier, Bonifacio Global City. 5. Cheesecakes by Guy's Quezo de Bola Cheesecake (P165)
Of the many cheesecakes in Gregory Guy's impressive collection, the Quezo de Bola variant (from his Filipino-themed line) had us smitten at first bite. Edam isn't the shyest of flavors, and the young chef uses that to great effect. This cheesecake is made from scratch using only premium ingredients, and each forkful is enough validation that, yes, this cake is first rate. The salty-tangy cheese notes are loud and proud in every dense serving.
Cheesecakes by Guy is at 2/F Eastwood Mall, Libis, Quezon City. Read more about Cheesecakes by Guy. 4. Duck & Buvette's Earl's Cheesecake (P190)
French bakery and bistro Duck & Buvette's Earl's Cheesecake is starting to become a favorite among dessert fans (duck confit, what?). The huge nut-brown slab, free of any ornate toppings, speaks for itself. The flavors in this homemade cheesecake are refreshingly different but pleasing: fresh Madagascar vanilla beans and Earl Grey tea that leave a fragrant flavor after each bite.
Duck & Buvette is at Shangri-La Plaza, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City. Read more about Duck & Buvette. 3. Blackbird's Cheesecake, Macadamia Praline, Banana Brûlée, Dulce de Leche (P390)
If we could give an award for best in presentation (and longest name), Blackbird's cheesecake would be a clear winner. This cheesecake is a stunner, a visual masterpiece featuring all things nice: macadamias, caramelized bananas, and a spread of dulce de leche. The cream cheese base on its own is a keeper, acting as the extremely packed stronghold of the cake's special play on textures and flavors.
Blackbird is at Nielson Tower, Ayala Triangle Gardens, Salcedo Village, Makati City. Read more about Blackbird. 2. Toby's Estate's Pistachio Cheesecake (P250)
Whatever brew you're having (a Flat White or a Mocha perhaps?) at Toby's Estate, make sure that their Pistachio Cheesecake stays in the picture. This decadent concoction is a revelation, pairing wonderfully with just about any coffee variety there is. Its creamy, almost pasty base highlights the light aftertaste of the pistachio nut-a gentle complement to the hefty dollop of whipped cream and the rich caramel sauce.
Click here for a list of Toby's Estate branches. Read more about Toby's Estate. 1. The Cake Club's Baked Cheesecake (P260)
It's no surprise that our top-of-mind cheesecake remains unbeaten for another year. The reason is simple: It's one of a kind. This melt-in-your-mouth cheesecake reinforces what we already know about The Cake Club. They don't do shortcuts on their cakes and pastries, and they use only the finest ingredients. Their Baked Cheesecake, for one, is still every bit the richest, creamiest, and most flavorsome (even in its barest form) of them all. It's crystal clear: The Cake Club knows exactly what it's doing.
The Cake Club is at Power Plant Mall, Makati City. Photos by Jericho San Miguel; Pia Guballa (The Cake Club); Sasha Lim Uy (Test Kitchen Caffe)

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(SPOT.ph) We're just going to go ahead and say it: It gets doubly hard each year to handpick Manila's best cheesecakes when a number of variants keeps sprouting left and right-nonstop. Though seemingly unthinkable at the onset, we've managed to narrow down our favorites from across the Metro based on the following criteria: overall taste, density, and uniqueness (after all, cheesecakes are a dime a dozen now).

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(SPOT.ph) Desserts are like the cool cufflinks on a pretty shirt; the red sole under black pumps; the cherry on top of chocolate ice cream. They are the little extras that make things worth it. It doesn't matter how bad the appetizer is. When a meal ends with a killer cake, ice cream, or tart, then you know it is pretty much a good one.
Also read:
10 Amazing Cakes That You Deserve Right Now
10 Chocolate Things That Will Sweeten Your Day
Le Petit Souffle
This indoor French courtyard is one of Chef Miko Aspiras' playgrounds for fun, quirky, and exceptional desserts. Its focus started on souffles, but Le Petit Souffle has come up with a trove of exciting options-including a sensational squid-ink ice cream (!) and parfaits featuring salted egg, azuki beans, and jellies. As if the bold combinations aren't already compelling, Le Petit Souffle presents their desserts like art on a plate. The only reason you tear through their sweet sculptures is because you know the flavors are going to be even better. Hurry up and take the Instagram shot already!

Must-tries: Classic Souffle Pancake (P160), Matcha Parfait (P195)
Le Petit Souffle is at Century City Mall, Makati City. Read more about Le Petit Souffle. The Cake Club
We can never discount this oldie because it's still very much a goodie. Our three-time Top 1 Cheesecake is always tops when it comes to whatever dessert you think of: giant "macarons," homemade ice cream, mini cakes, cheesecakes-all exquisite, all on point. Even their more daring creations-like the short-lived foie gras macaron-are worth a try or two.

Must-tries: Diamond Ensaymada (P150), Baked Cheesecake (P260)

The Cake Club is at Power Plant Mall, Makati City. Read more about The Cake Club.
Cafe Seol Hwa
This bingsu stop opened only last year, but it's already topping many people's lists of favorite dessert places. Seriously, we've never been this interested in ice before. Cafe Seol Hwa embellishes theirs with fresh ingredients, no synthetic elements, and no preservatives. Imagine creamy shaved ice adorned with the usual sundae trappings-cake chunks, beans, cereals, nuts-the works! If you're already feeling cool, then have those toppings over toast.

Must-tries: Brownie Choco Bingsu (P250 to P360), Berry Cheese Toast (P250)

Cafe Seol Hwa is at Forum South Global, 7th Avenue corner Federacion Drive, Bonifacio Global City. Read more about Cafe Seol Hwa.
Paper Moon
Lady M's Madame Emy Wada is a dessert genius. Paper Moon, the Philippine franchise of her brand, has been impressing people with their picture-perfect crepe cakes, but this place is no one-hit wonder. The cookies (the ones with the ginger, especially) are absolutely stellar, the strawberry shortcake (which have to be ordered three days in advance) are life-changing, and the cream puffs are lighter than air. There's something very distinctly Japanese in how Paper Moon makes their desserts: everything is graceful, subtle, but explosive.

Must-tries: Mille Crepe (P225 to P2,000), Ginger Cookies (P150), Strawberry Shortcake (P3,000)

Paper Moon has branches at SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City; Glorietta 3, Makati City; and Trinoma Mall, Quezon City. Read more about Paper Moon.
Papa Diddi's Handcrafted Ice Cream
Paul Perez's humble ice cream shop may not be as famous as the other places on this list, but, well...it should be. Papa Diddi's is his tribute to his late father, a lawyer who concocted his own homemade ice cream using ingredients from their farm. Papa Diddi's the restaurant does the same-featuring only locally sourced ingredients to create ingenious flavors. The ice cream is whipped up in small batches because freshness is a priority, while sugar is kept minimal to let the flavor really stand out. Paul also donates some of the proceeds to local libraries-because his dad loved reading.

Must-tries: Roasted Forbidden Rice Ice Cream (P55 to P95), Churros con Tsokolate Ice Cream (P85)

Papa Diddi's Handcrafted Ice Cream is at 168 Maginhawa Street, Teachers Village, Quezon City. Read more about Papa Diddi's Handcrafted Ice Cream.
Rita's Italian Ice
Rita's will go down in history for coming up with so many ways to enjoy custard and Italian ice. You can have them layered, mixed, with toppings, as cake, as a shake, individually, or as a sundae. However you want your Rita's, this Philadephia-based ice stop is always reliable for a quick and tasty treat.

Must-tries: Frozen Custard (P125 to P160), Gelati (P130 to P160)

Click here for a list of Rita's Italian Ice branches. Read more about Rita's Italian Ice.
Churreria La Lola
With numerous locations in top commercial establishments around the Metro, Churreria La Lola has become a regular stop post-meal, pre-movie, or when you simply need a strolling buddy. You can have your churros any way you like, and as much as we love the manchego and jamon-blessed xuxos, it's their sweet incarnations that have developed a tremendous following. The freshly fried tubes are sold as is, but dipping them in the hot chocolate sauce is like dipping into happiness. And that's only one of the things you'll find at La Lola.

Must-tries: Xuxos (P120), Clasicos (P110 to P275), Chocochurros (P195 to P495)

Click here for a list of Churreria La Lola branches. Read more about Churreria La Lola.
Xocolat
No one can quite catch up with Xocolat when it comes to chocolate masterpieces. This cozy cafe doesn't specialize in chocolates by the bar, but their chocolate cakes, tarts, drinks, and brownies are always a winner. None of their desserts are cavity-inducing sweet-which proves that they only use the good stuff. Whichever item you choose, you're sure to get that heady hit of subtle but intense chocolate favor.

Must-tries: Flourless Xocolat Cake (P125), Gourmet Brownie (P95)
Xocolat has branches at 172 B. Gonzales Street, Loyola Heights, Quezon City; and Promenade Mall, San Juan City. Bizu
It may seem like Bizu is on this list because they introduced Filipinos to macarons and they have a brand-new creperie, among other achievements, but we are actually most impressed with how they're so brilliant when it comes to creating sugar-free confections. In fact, they're so good, it felt only fair that two items from their sugar-free collection made our Top 10 Sugar-Free Desserts list. Their desserts are decadent, beautifully balanced, and lighter on the calories. Now that is commendable.

Must-tries: Mango Chiboust (P265), Jolie (P295), Naomi (P275)

Click here for a list of Bizu branches. Read more about Bizu.
Classic Confections
Ah, another classic (pun intended). Classic Confections is famous for its Nono's Chocolate Oblivion, a luscious chocolate cake (ranked No. 5 on SPOT.ph's Top 10 Chocolate Cakes) that will make you forget every bad thing in the world. This chocolate edifice may be the reason for Classic Confections' longevity in the industry, but Baba Ibazeta is pretty amazing when it comes to non-chocolate treats, as well. Her confections may not be as avante garde as others places, but she proves you can never go wrong with something simple done right.

Must-tries: Nono's Chocolate Oblivion (P250), Lemon Torte (P275), Banana Cream Pie (P200)

Classic Confections has branches at Brixton Street, Pasig City; and Greenbelt 5, Makati City.

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