Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (450g) cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

Prepare the oven and pan:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper comes up above the edges.

Make the batter:

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.

Pour in heavy cream and vanilla extract, mix until smooth.

Sift in flour and salt, gently folding to combine.

Bake the cheesecake:

Pour batter into the prepared pan.

Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the top is deeply golden brown and slightly cracked. The center should still be soft.

Cool:

Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours (optional, but helps slice neatly).

Serve:

Remove from pan, slice, and enjoy the creamy, slightly caramelized texture.