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 mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
- 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
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