Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Basque Burnt Cheesecake with its rustic, caramelized top and velvety center. This crustless cheesecake is a Spanish delight that’s simple to make and a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake:
- 2 pounds cream cheese (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add Eggs and Cream: Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add heavy cream and vanilla.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift in flour and salt; mix until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into pan, tap out air bubbles, and bake for 50-60 minutes.
- Cool and Chill: Let cool, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, then slice and serve.
Notes
- This cheesecake is intentionally rustic with a cracked, caramelized top and creamy center.
- Adjust baking time for desired texture: shorter for softer, longer for firmer consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
