Basque Burnt Cheesecake Recipe

Basque Burnt Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups (500g) cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Line a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends about 2 inches above the top of the pan.
2. Prepare the Batter:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
   • Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
   • Sift in the flour and salt, and fold them into the batter until no lumps remain.
3. Bake the Cheesecake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is deeply golden brown and the center is still slightly jiggly.
   • The cheesecake will puff up during baking and deflate as it cools, creating a rustic, cracked top.
4. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. The center will continue to set as it cools.
   • Once cool, remove the cheesecake from the pan and peel away the parchment paper.
   • Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Enjoy your Basque burnt cheesecake with its distinctive burnt top and creamy interior. It’s a delightful dessert that pairs perfectly with coffee or tea.