Easy Burnt Basque Cheesecake Recipe
This Easy Burnt Basque Cheesecake Recipe is a rich and creamy dessert with a beautifully caramelised exterior and a custardy, slightly jiggly interior. Originating from the Basque region of Spain, this cheesecake is known for its rustic appearance and deep flavours. Perfect for any occasion, it's a simple yet indulgent treat that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 600 g cream cheese room temperature
- 4 medium eggs
- 280 g caster sugar
- 300 g thickened cream
- 20 g plain flour
- 1 tablespoon vanilla essense
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C and grease a spring form cake tin with butter and 2 layers of baking paper which sits 1 inch above the top of the cake tin.
- Add the cream cheese to a stand mixer and beat on high until smooth and creamy.
- Bring the speed down to medium and beat in each egg one at a time, followed by gradually adding the sugar and then gradually adding the cream. You want everything to be well incorporated but need to be careful not to over mix. Make sure you stop and scrape the bottom of the bowl two or three times during this process to get any bits of unmixed cream cheese.
- Finally add the flour and vanilla and beat for a further 30 seconds or until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into the cake tin and bake for 40 - 50 minutes. It is ready when it is still a little jiggly in the middle but a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely, I personally like to make this a day ahead and chill in the fridge overnight, then serve with pistachio cream (I have an easy recipe for this!) or fresh berries etc. Enjoy!
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth, well-incorporated batter.
- Do Not Overmix: Be careful not to overmix the batter to avoid incorporating too much air, which can affect the texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 178mgPotassium: 88mgFiber: 0.05gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 751IUCalcium: 57mgIron: 0.4mg
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