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How Ringoes & Hunterdon County Groups Run a Cheesecake Fundraiser

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:32:47 GMT

How Ringoes & Hunterdon County Groups Run a Cheesecake Fundraiser with Maddalena's

A cheesecake fundraiser works differently than a candy bar sale because the product is made fresh to order — supporters are paying for something they genuinely want, which means your group spends less time convincing people and more time collecting orders. For Hunterdon County organizations, that distinction matters: a locally made cheesecake carries built-in credibility that a shipped catalog item simply cannot match. When supporters recognize the bakery name, the sale practically closes itself.

Why Hunterdon County Groups Choose Cheesecake Fundraisers

Cheesecakes sell because supporters want them — not because they feel obligated — and a desirable product means higher order values and fewer unsold units for your group to absorb.

Standard fundraiser items like wrapping paper or candles ask supporters to buy something they may not need. A whole cheesecake is a different conversation. Supporters see it as a treat for themselves or a gift for someone else, so the 'yes' comes quickly. Because orders are placed before production begins, your group never carries leftover inventory, which removes the single biggest financial risk in traditional product fundraisers.

Groups across Flemington, Hillsborough, Pennington, and the broader Ringoes area have found that offering multiple product options — classic, gluten-free, low-carb, and seasonal — also raises the average order value, because each supporter finds at least one item that fits their household.

Who This Works For — Local Organizations in Ringoes, Flemington & Beyond

Any Hunterdon County group that collects money from a defined supporter base — parents, congregation members, club families — can run this fundraiser with minimal overhead.

School PTOs in the Flemington-Raritan and South Hunterdon districts, travel baseball and soccer clubs, Boy Scout and Girl Scout packs in Ringoes and Flemington, youth football and cheer booster clubs, church fundraising committees, and 4-H clubs (a strong presence in Hunterdon County's agricultural community) all fit the model well. The common thread is an organized group with a clear list of supporters to reach.

If your group already collects dues, sells spirit wear, or runs a bake sale, the cheesecake fundraiser slots into the same organizational structure you already have. You distribute materials, supporters fill out their orders, and you consolidate everything before submitting. Learn more about the full program on the fundraiser details page .

Step-by-Step: How a Maddalena's Cheesecake Fundraiser Works

The process runs in five predictable steps from sign-up to delivery, giving your group a clear timeline to communicate to supporters.

Step 1 — Sign Up and Reserve Your Window

Contact Maddalena's to claim your fundraiser slot. Slots are reserved on a rolling basis, and fall windows fill quickly as back-to-school and sports-season groups all kick off around the same time. Booking early locks in your preferred delivery date.

Step 2 — Distribute Order Sheets to Your Supporters

Once you're confirmed, order sheets go out to your members — team families, PTO parents, congregation, or scout households. Each sheet lists available products with prices so supporters can choose without needing to consult a separate catalog.

Step 3 — Collect Orders and Payments

Supporters fill out their selections and return payment to the organizer. For supporters who prefer not to pay by cash or check, digital gift cards are accepted — a helpful option for remote family members or donors who want to contribute but can't attend pickup. You can point supporters to the digital gift card page for that option.

Step 4 — Submit Your Group Order

Once your collection window closes, you submit one consolidated order. Production begins after submission, so every cheesecake your supporters receive is freshly made — not pulled from warehouse stock.

Step 5 — Pick Up and Distribute

Your group picks up the completed order and hands off each cheesecake to the supporter who ordered it. Because orders are pre-matched, distribution at a team practice, church parking lot, or school pickup line takes very little time.

Does This Fundraiser Include Gluten-Free Options?

Yes — gluten-free cheesecakes and a low-carb, no-sugar-added gluten-free option are both available, so dietary restrictions don't reduce your supporter pool.

When a supporter has a gluten sensitivity or is watching carbohydrates, a standard cheesecake fundraiser gives them nothing to buy. Offering GF and low-carb/no-sugar-added GF cheesecakes changes that — those supporters become paying customers instead of polite decliners, and your total order count goes up accordingly.

In a community like Hunterdon County, where household dietary needs vary widely, inclusivity directly affects your group's earnings. A supporter who can't eat the classic variety will still purchase a gluten-free slice to bring home.

What Supporters Can Order — Something for Every Household

The product lineup includes classic cheesecakes, gluten-free cheesecakes, low-carb no-sugar-added GF cheesecakes, and Apple Crumb Pie as a seasonal add-on.

Classic cheesecakes are the anchor of the order sheet and consistently the top seller. The GF and low-carb options expand participation without any extra work on the organizer's part — they appear on the same order sheet. Apple Crumb Pie works especially well as a fall add-on because supporters are already thinking about harvest-season desserts when back-to-school fundraisers launch in September and October. A supporter who orders a cheesecake for themselves often adds a pie for a holiday gathering.

How Far in Advance Should Ringoes-Area Groups Book?

Fall is the busiest window for Hunterdon County fundraisers, so groups aiming for a September through November campaign should reserve their slot as early as possible — ideally before the school year begins.

Back-to-school PTOs, fall sports leagues, scout year launches, and church calendar restarts all compete for the same delivery windows. A group that books in August is positioned to run its campaign in October or November, which aligns naturally with the Apple Crumb Pie season and holiday gifting mindset. A group that waits until October may find preferred dates already claimed.

Planning ahead also gives your organizer enough time to build momentum — sending reminders, setting a firm order deadline, and maximizing the number of supporters who participate before the window closes.

A well-timed fall campaign means supporters receive their orders right as they're thinking about holiday entertaining, which increases the likelihood that one order turns into a repeat purchase or a gift card for someone else. Early planning is the single biggest predictor of a high-performing fundraiser.

Running a cheesecake fundraiser through a local NJ bakery means your supporters get a fresh, made-to-order product they're excited about — and your group earns from every order without managing inventory or leftover product.

Explore the full program details and start planning your campaign with Maddalena's Cheesecake & Catering Inc. at the fundraiser program page .

Make a BBQ Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese on Sourdough

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:25:24 GMT

There are many ways to enjoy our BBQ pulled pork, but we decided to put together a simple recipe to show you how to make a grilled cheese with this prepared food that we sell at our Home of Deliciousness. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

8 slices of sourdough bread

1 container of our BBQ pulled pork

Extra BBQ sauce

8 slices of sharp cheddar cheese

4 slices of smoked gouda cheese

4-5 tablespoons softened butter

Instructions:

Follow directions on packaging to heat up BBQ pulled pork.
Butter one side of each bread slice.
Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean cookie sheet or large plate.
Assemble each sandwich by layering 1 slice of cheddar, a generous portion of BBQ pulled pork, 1 slice of smoked gouda, and 1 more slice of cheddar.
Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
In a large skillet griddle the sandwiches over medium heat.
You want to cook sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is a nice golden hue and the cheese is melted.
Let the sandwiches rest for 1 minute, then slice in half.
Serve this tasty sandwich with coleslaw and extra BBQ sauce.

This hearty sandwich makes a tasty summer dish for lunch or dinner. By the way, our spring berry ice cream or key lime pie will add a refreshing element to this meal.

A Versatile Cookie That Goes Beyond the Coffee Cup

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:17:25 GMT

Our homemade biscotti is traditionally enjoyed with coffee, but since this twice-baked cookie is so versatile, we often share the following serving ideas with customers:

Serve with Ice Cream
Biscotti is a perfect accompaniment to ice cream. Use it as an edible spoon or crumble it into bite-sized pieces and generously sprinkle it over your favorite flavor. We are currently selling cheesecake ice creams at our market that pair deliciously with this crisp creation.
Our homemade biscotti is traditionally enjoyed with coffee, but since this twice-baked cookie is so versatile, we often share the following serving ideas with customers:

Create a Dessert Board
Arrange biscotti on a board with seasonal fruits and an array of cheesecake slices. This scrumptious smorgasbord of treats will make dessert more decadent and memorable for any occasion.

Dip into Cool Beverages
Serve biscotti with milkshakes, smoothies, or frozen coffee. This hearty baked good adds a much-welcomed layer of flavor and texture when dipped into these cool beverages.

Make a Yogurt Parfait
Break biscotti into small pieces and layer them with Greek yogurt and fresh berries. The biscotti adds a crunch similar to granola but will add an unexpected level of pizzazz to breakfast or dessert.

Are you ready to savor our homemade biscotti beyond the coffee cup? The sweet combinations mentioned above clearly demonstrate the versatility of this twice-baked cookie. Which one will you try first?

A Perfect Duo: Cheesecake & Wine

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 01:43:51 GMT

We reached out to our friends at Old York Cellars to help us create some cheesecake and wine pairings that will definitely take our award-winning desserts to the next level. With Valentine’s Day soon approaching, cheesecake and wine, a perfect duo, will fully entertain the senses as well as make this romantic holiday extra sweet. Whether you enjoy dry, semi-sweet, or sweet wines, here are some delightful pairings to explore.

Our vanilla cheesecake, the base for all our cheesecake flavors, gains its distinct taste from the all-natural ingredients that we use, which include 100% real dairy and bourbon vanilla extract. We discovered that Old York's Riesling, an off-dry wine with hints of apple and pear, is a suitable match for this sweet course.

Next up is our chocolate cheesecake, a notable go-to when you want to quickly address any chocolate cravings. From top to bottom, this cocoa-rich dessert with lovely vanilla undertones will dreamily melt in your mouth. The winery’s Southpaw Red, a brandy-based wine with a whisper of black cherry and prune, fully embraces and heightens the true essence of this heavenly treat.

Now, our black forest cheesecake has a vanilla, creamy base that is perfectly accented with a cherry swirl and finished with a chocolate crumb dusting. We found that Old York’s What Exit Red, a beautiful blend of Syrah, Marechal Foch, Landot Noir, and Concord grapes, is a spot-on complement to this dessert.

You have not lived until you have tried our turtle cheesecake. This decadent dessert is topped with a generous amount of salted caramel, chocolate and butterscotch chips, almonds, pecans, and walnuts. The winery's Southpaw White, a vivacious dessert wine with traces of honey and tropical notes, exudes a smooth, sweet finish that daringly mingles with this multidimensional cheesecake packed with flavor and texture.

Need an escape from the winter doldrums? Our key lime cheesecake provides a burst of sunshine with every bite. Old York's Sparkling White, a crisp, dry Chardonnay, adds some texture and enriches the flavor of this sweet yet slightly tart dessert that will surely mesmerize your taste buds.

Every February, we make our passion fruit cheesecake, which includes a cherry swirl and a coating of chocolate cookie crumbs, which is on target for this month of romance since both key ingredients of this vibrant dessert are considered aphrodisiacs. To flawlessly accentuate the flavors of this seasonal dessert, we suggest uniting it with the winery's Raspberry Blush, an enjoyable sweet wine that is so delectable.

You will find that our marble cheesecake or chocolate chip cheesecake can go with a variety of wines, depending on your mood. Made with our bourbon vanilla recipe, these desserts include just the right amount of chocolate. The winery’s Cabernet Sauvignon, a savvy red with black cherry, vanilla, and a cedar finish, goes great with these scrumptious confections.

We are absolutely delighted to see that Old York Cellars has a nice selection of sweet wines that match up perfectly with our berry cheesecakes, which are available in strawberry, raspberry, or blueberry swirl. Yes, they are all berry good!

If you are unable to decide on a particular cheesecake, we do make a 2 lb. sampler that has quarter slices of our four most popular flavors. We can also custom-decorate our cheesecakes with berries and festive accents.

As you can see, selecting just the right cheesecake and bottle of wine can easily become a sweet adventure and a wonderful way to support local businesses. Placing some thought into your Valentine’s Day celebration will truly make it a memorable time for you and your sweetheart.

Make Your Spring Celebrations Extra Sweet & Festive

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 01:30:06 GMT

Spring has finally arrived! After a long winter, we are ready for a season of celebrations to enjoy with family and friends. As you know, one of the key components of any memorable gathering is the menu. At Maddalena’s Cheesecake, we are always looking for ways to help make special occasions extra sweet and festive.

This time of year, we are busy making our seasonal favorites for our customers. Our key lime cheesecake is an all-time favorite that we cannot keep on the shelves. They are usually sold out in a few days after we bake a fresh batch for our storefront market. This sweet-tart dessert presents just the right amount of citrus zip that awakens the taste buds and leaves people wanting another slice. We also find that this dessert is complementary to most festivities. If you would like to pair a wine with this dessert, we recommend Old York Cellars ’ Sparkling White, which is a crisp, dry Chardonnay that adds some texture as well as enriches the flavor of this decadent treat.

Our toasted coconut pineapple cheesecake is another seasonal favorite that customers crave. From brunch to dinner, this is a delicious dessert to offer guests. Not only does it have a tropical flair, but it also adds a bit of texture that people like to savor with each bite taken. We recommend that you have some fun when displaying this flavor. For example, you can jazz it up with some fresh pineapple and coconut. Besides adding some visual dimension, it is a wonderful way to enhance the sensorial experience of this sweet course.

Cheesecake custom designs for special occasions are another option at our bake shop in Ringoes, New Jersey. From birthdays to small weddings, we receive quite a few requests for fresh berries and buttercream flowers to beautifully accessorize our cakes. Additionally, we can even decorate our desserts for anniversaries, baby or bridal showers, graduations, and even Mother's Day.

Now, for those individuals that prefer our original recipe, we have two different sizes for entertaining purposes. By the way, our homemade fruit sauces, which are available in strawberry, raspberry, and pineapple, are perfect to drizzle over top of your go-to Maddalena’s Cheesecake. Furthermore, if you want to offer your guests a wonderful selection of flavors, you can never go wrong with our cheesecake sampler.

Our storefront market is continuously stocked with an array of desserts that partner with various party themes, accompany distinct menus, and even address unique food requests. Do not delay; visit our online store today to view the many sweet selections that we offer at our Home of Deliciousness.

Show Year-Round Appreciation with Maddalena's Corporate Gifts

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 01:23:46 GMT

Want to thank your volunteers for a job well done? Would you like to surprise your top customers with a special gift? How about adding a nice touch to your next employee appreciation event? Well, look no further! You will find that our corporate gifts are a sweet way to show others how much you appreciate them.

No matter your industry, developing a recognition plan for volunteers, employees, or customers is a proactive measure to carry out ongoing appreciation for these very important people who mean so much to your organization or business. Taking the time to coordinate these special acknowledgements provides many benefits, like enhancing brand awareness and engagement.

On our end, we can help you create memorable experiences by customizing your orders ($500 minimum) with classic or seasonal favorites that we make at our bake shop in Ringoes, New Jersey. For example, New Jersey 101.5 places a special order for our award-winning apple pie along with a variety of our cheesecakes a few times a year. The radio station's sales team then surprises clients with our decadent desserts, which creates such a layer of fun and excitement for everyone involved.

We find that national days help to make planning a lot easier for those in charge of events, customer service, etc. For example, May 13th is National Apple Pie Day. At Maddalena's Cheesecake, our award-winning apple crumb is an all-time favorite dessert. Another day to add to your calendar of events is July 30th, which is National Cheesecake Day. What a perfect day to surprise your top customers with one of our cheesecakes. We are pretty sure that this sweet gift will create some positive buzz for your business or organization.

As you can see, there are many ways to show year-round appreciation with our gourmet desserts. Let us help you plan a memorable experience!

“New Jersey 101.5 has been using Maddalena’s Cheesecakes for several years now as gifts for our clients around the holidays and other special occasions. Everyone looks forward to receiving Maddalena’s cheesecake or apple pie since they are absolutely delicious. Janet and her family are always a pleasure to work with, and we hope to use them for many years to come."

Ken Wright, Senior Marketing Consultant at New Jersey 101.5

Maddalena's Cheesecake Fundraisers: A Sweet Way to Raise Awareness & Funds

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 01:15:16 GMT

Are you looking for a unique and effective approach to raising awareness and funds for your nonprofit or organization? Well, our cheesecake fundraisers, which are offered five times a year, are a fun and exciting way for your staff and volunteers to support your fundraising efforts. At Maddalena’s Cheesecake, we help to make this process a “piece of cake” for nonprofits, church groups, sports teams, schools, cheerleading squads, etc.

Here are some highlights:

Your staff and volunteers will enjoy selling a delicious product that their friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers will LOVE.
We offer you fundraising strategies that will help you reach your target goal.
Our wonderful selection of cheesecakes, some of which are gluten-free, helps to expand your reach.
Our award-winning apple crumb pie is an option for pie lovers.

You will find that our cheesecake fundraisers will help your nonprofit or organization coordinate a fundraising event that provides many benefits as well as establishes a memorable experience for your staff, volunteers, and supporters.

Click here for more information .

Make Your Summer Gatherings More Memorable with These Sweet Treats

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 01:15:11 GMT

At Maddalena's Cheesecake, we thoroughly savor each season that our region provides, but there is something so special about summer. Graduations, July 4th, barbecues, festivals, family reunions, and company picnics are just some of the gatherings that our cheesecakes and other specialty desserts help to make more memorable. Here are some of our most popular sweet treats to enjoy:

Chookies

Our cheesecake cookies, which we call chookies, are ideal for summer celebrations. We perfectly pipe our original cheesecake recipe between two chocolate chip graham-style cookies to create this specialty dessert. Also, when frozen, you can enjoy this sweet treat just like an ice cream sandwich. By the way, this dessert of ours became world-famous after being featured on the Food Network's Great American Food Finds.

Cheesecake on a Stick

From birthday celebrations to graduation parties, our cheesecake on a stick helps to make special occasions extra festive and fun. We sell a DIY kit at our storefront market that includes the supplies needed to make this delicious dessert. We can even custom blend sprinkle mixes to match school colors. It is definitely a fun activity for all ages!

Apple Crumb Pie

Want to offer a delicious dessert during backyard barbecues this summer? If so, our award-winning apple crumb pie is a crowd-pleaser. Each pie is perfectly layered with Granny Smith apples and topped with a sweet, buttery crumb that adds extra flavor and texture to this delicious dessert. When we take our dessert truck on the road, we make an apple pie à la mode (see recipe below) with our apple crumb pie. Yes, this decadent dessert is an all-time favorite during festivals, corporate gatherings, and private events.

Berry-Topped Cheesecakes

Nothing screams summer like fresh, local berries. From blueberries to raspberries, Janet is always busy decorating our cheesecakes with these seasonal fruits that perfectly add a pop of color, flavor, and texture to our creamy desserts. These custom cakes are usually requested for summer weddings and other special occasions.

As you can see, there are quite a few ways that we can add a layer of fun and flavor to your summer events to make them more memorable. Just a reminder that our dessert truck is a sweet addition to larger gatherings. Please visit our website for more details on the different packages that we offer.

Maddalena's Apple Pie à la Mode

To start, you will need our apple crumb pie, your favorite vanilla ice cream, and a decadent caramel sauce. When you are ready to serve, warm up our apple crumb pie and line up small bowls. From there, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in each dish, then a serving of our apple crumb pie overtop. Finish this sweet masterpiece with a caramel drizzle and strawberry accent.