Description
A darkly caramelized exterior hiding a delightfully creamy center, this Burnt Basque Cheesecake embraces the beauty of imperfection, making it perfect for both novice and seasoned bakers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and use the middle rack for even baking.
- Grease a loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream and sugar, mixing until light and frothy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually sift in the flour and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is dark golden and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
For the best flavor, refrigerate overnight and allow the cheesecake to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg