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Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Decadent Burnt Basque Cheesecake You'll Crave Again and Again

Indulge in a creamy Burnt Basque Cheesecake with a caramelized top, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Dessert
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream regular cream for best results
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt just a pinch
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour be cautious with substitutions
For Optional Flavor Variations
  • 1 tbsp Citrus Zest try lemon or orange
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips optional
  • 1/4 cup Swirls of Caramel drizzle during mixing
  • 8 oz Dairy-Free Cream Cheese for vegan adaptations

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • electric mixer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Burnt Basque Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing it to overhang on the sides.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream, followed by vanilla extract and salt. Mix on low speed until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Sift in the all-purpose flour and gently fold it into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden and the center jiggles slightly.
  9. Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment overhang, slice, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Soften cream cheese for a lump-free batter and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least four hours before slicing for best flavor and texture.

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