I never thought about this. Well, it is indeed in a crust, as stated by Klee58 . . . but. . . . never mind! Well, actually, it is technically a pie when you think about it. I give up! I luv cheesecake. I don't care what you call it, just give it to me. . . . No, I don't eat it everyday or too often 'cuz it's not good for me and I'll get fat. But anytime there's a special event with desserts, cheese cake is my preference, and then carrot cake. 😀