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Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Irresistible Burnt Basque Cheesecake Made Easy at Home

This Burnt Basque Cheesecake is a creamy, crustless delight with a burnt caramelized top, perfect for indulgent evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Batter
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese best used at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens and caramelizes on top
  • 3 large Eggs bring to room temperature
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can be swapped for lighter cream
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour if desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt enhances sweetness
For the Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for fluffy contrast
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries adds freshness and color
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce for drizzling over cheesecake

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, blend room temperature cream cheese and sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until silky.
  4. Gently fold in heavy cream, flour, and salt until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared loaf pan, tapping gently to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes until puffed and golden brown on top.
  7. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan for 1 hour then lift it out and place it on a wire rack.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing to achieve a creamy texture.

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