How long can I leave a freshly baked cheesecake out before it goes in the refrigerator?
We just baked a cheesecake and are heading over to family's house for the rest of the evening. Is it ok to leave the cheesecake out for 6 hours or so before being refrigerated?
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Referring to the quotes from the below links;
• “Baked cheesecake should be refrigerated as soon as it is cool or it may develop harmful bacteria from heat resistant spores.” http://www.canfightbac.org/cpcfse/en/cookwell/ask/dairy/#2085
• “Foods made with eggs and milk such as pumpkin pie, custard pie and cheesecake, must first be safely baked to a safe minimum internal temperature of 160 °F. Then, they must be refrigerated after baking. Eggs and milk have high protein and moisture content and when these baked products are left at room temperature, conditions are ripe for bacteria to multiply. It's not necessary to refrigerate most other cakes, cookies or breads unless they have a perishable filling or frosting.” http://www.fsis.usda.gov/factsheets/Hotline_Answers_Panic_Button_Questions/index.asp
When to throw it out; a quote from the link below;
“Refrigerator Foods When to Save and When to Throw It Out
FOOD..................... Held above 40 °F for over 2 hours
Cheesecake............ Discard http://www.fsis.usda.gov/factsheets/keeping_food_safe_during_an_emergency/index.asp
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How long do you let cheesecake cool before refrigerating?
Many recipes say to let the cheesecake sit in the turned-off oven with the door cracked for about an hour, then let it cool completely on the counter. It also needs to spend four hours, or ideally overnight, in the fridge before slicing and eating, to ensure the perfect velvety smooth texture.How long can cheesecake sit out after baking?
Generally, your cheesecake can sit at room temperature for a maximum of six hours. Going over six hours can pose several problems for you down the road.Do you have to refrigerate cheesecake after baking?
For items with a large amount of cream cheese, like cheesecake, it's best to refrigerate after baking to prevent bacterial overgrowth and food poisoning. Other items, like brownies and cookies, that only have a small amount of cream cheese don't need to be refrigerated, since the flour and sugar absorb excess moisture.Why do you have to let cheesecake cool before refrigerating?
A gradual cooling will prevent the formation of condensation on the cake, and keep it from becoming soggy. So put that cheesecake in the fridge, but give it a little time first. An hour or two should do the trick.CHEESECAKE 101 (Frequently asked questions)
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