When Chilling a Cheesecake Do You Cover It?

When you do place your cheesecake in the fridge, cover the dessert with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the cheesecake for 24 hours, then serve. Cooling the cake in this manner permits the flavors to blend. A long chill of the cake gives it richness and body.

Do you cover cheesecake when chilling?

Refrigerate uncovered at least 3 hours or until completely chilled before covering. This prevents condensation from dripping on top of cheesecake. Refrigerate at least 9 hours or overnight so cheesecake is completely set and firm.

Do I need to cover cheesecake in fridge?

You want the cheesecake to be wrapped as air tightly as possible. Proper wrapping can prevent the cheesecake from drying out in the fridge or freezer. In addition, it will keep the flavor of the cheesecake in tact, blocking outside odors from being absorbed.