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Burnt Basque Cheesecake

A delightful and creamy cheesecake from the Basque region of Spain, known for its rich flavor and unique, slightly charred texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 500 g 2 cups cream cheese, softened Use full-fat cream cheese for the best results.
  • 200 g 1 cup sugar
  • 120 ml 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 large large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 30 g 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream, and add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour and a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the top is deeply golden and the center jiggles slightly.
  2. Let the cheesecake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator before serving.

Notes

Allowing the cheesecake to chill for several hours, or preferably overnight, helps enhance its flavors and texture. For variations, consider adding fruit puree or citrus zest for exciting flavors.