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OUR STORY
Welcome to MJ's Cheesecakes, where every slice tells a story of sharing love and tradition. My journey into the world of cheesecake baking began back in 2009 when I first started selling cheesecake on RAGBRAI. Growing up, I found solace and joy in the art of baking, starting at age 9, a skill passed down to me by my mother and hero, Helen. As a retired professional of over 39 years, I've traded my desk job for the sweet freedom of pursuing my lifelong love of creating delicious treats. With two grown and married children and three adorable grandchildren, I'm relishing the opportunity to spend more time with my family, cherishing every moment with them alongside my love of baking. Baking isn't just a hobby for me--it's my passion. From classic flavors to innovative creations, I craft over 40 varieties of cheesecake, each made fresh from scratch with love and care. There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of seeing people savoring my creations, whether it's for weddings, birthdays, graduations, holidays or even just a casual gathering. My favorite part? The endless possibilities of creating new flavors that delight the taste buds and bring people together. So, come join me on this delicious journey, where every bite is infused with love and a lifetime of baking expertise.
Casey F.
"We had the strawberry rhubarb, caramel apple crunch, and key lime cheesecake bars for our daughter’s wedding on 11/14/20. We couldn’t have been happier with them. They were delivered cut & ready to go for our dessert table! We had rave, after rave about how amazing they were. I would recommend these to anyone that wanted that extra touch, both beautifully presented & delicious to eat! Change the text and add your own."
Amber H.
"Mary Jo is so awesome!! I met her at a bridal show, sampled her cheesecake, and instantly fell in love. We had a cheesecake bar for our wedding, so she made cheesecake for 300 people! She did all the setup the night of the wedding and everything was so perfect. The two tiered cheesecake that she made for my husband and I was amazing. She is excellent to work with and is willing to give anything a try! Show her a picture and she will make it look even better! I highly recommend MJ's Cheesecakes!!"
Argo S.
"I ordered a Gluten-Free Strawberry Cheesecake and she got it to me in time for Easter, and oh my goodness - it is so delicious! I will definitely be purchasing cheesecake from Mary Jo in the future!"