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Burnt Basque Cheesecake Recipe

Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Shaziya
There’s something irresistible about a Burnt Basque Cheesecake—its caramelized top, creamy center, and rustic charm make it a showstopper. This dessert is decadently rich yet surprisingly simple, requiring just 15 minutes of prep and 40 minutes in the oven.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 10 people

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups full fat cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons flour

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 10-inch (25cm) springform pan with parchment paper.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese until creamy.
  • Add the granulated sugar and beat until smooth and no lumps of cream cheese remain.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, and scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition until thoroughly combined.
  • Lastly, beat in the heavy whipping cream and the flour until you have a smooth batter.
  • Pour into your prepared pan and bake for about 40-45 minutes. At this point, the top of the cheesecake should be a very dark brown. If not, turn the broiler on to high and watch the cheesecake very carefully. It will only take a minute or two to brown. Once it reaches the desired color, pull the cake out of the oven immediately.
  • Let cool to room temperature for 2 hours before covering and refrigerating until thoroughly chilled, at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Serve cold, perhaps with a side of whipped cream, fresh berries and a glass of sherry!
Keyword baked cheesecake, Basque cheesecake, burnt cheesecake, caramelized crust, creamy dessert
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