Description
Basque Burnt Cheesecake is a creamy, rich dessert with a beautifully charred top that adds a unique flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to extend above the rim of the pan for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
- Add the heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
- Sift the flour and salt into the mixture, then mix on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is deeply browned and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for another 30 minutes to cool gradually.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
- You can also add a fruit topping, such as fresh berries or a berry compote, for added flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg