Description
Indulge in this creamy delight of Basque Burnt Cheesecake, a rich and flavorful dessert that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups softened cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whip the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until silky, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until airy and well combined.
- Incorporate the heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, flour, and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared springform pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is dark brown and the center is slightly wobbly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake rest inside for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and cool on the counter for about an hour.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to firm up.
- Gently remove from the springform pan, peel off the parchment paper, cut into slices, and serve.
Notes
- For a rich chocolate flavor, mix in 1/2 cup of cocoa powder before blending.
- Enhance with fresh berries or a berry compote for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Basque
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg