Like you, I am a purist. I like cheesecake on my cheesecake. If at all possible, it should be an Italian-style cheesecake, rather than a New York-style cheesecake, because the Italians tend to have a lighter crumb and less sweetness. Fruit toppings must STAY AWAY.

The one variation I enjoy is a pumpkin cheesecake at Thanksgiving. Much nicer than pumpkin pie, and not at all too sweet.