"- If you don't want to mess with the whole waterbath situation, no worries. You can bake the cheesecake without it. If you end up with a crack, just cover it with whipped cream! - A tightly covered cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. The cheesecake can be stored for approximately 2 months in the freezer. To defrost, allow cake to defrost in the refrigerator overnight...."