Description
A rich and creamy Basque Burnt Cheesecake with a beautifully caramelized top, perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
- 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 edges of the pan for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Sift in the flour and salt, then mix until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared 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 still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try adding a tablespoon of lemon juice or zest to the batter.
- You can also top the cheesecake with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra touch.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, simply omit the flour or substitute it with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Basque
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg