Basque Cheesecake
Basque cheesecake is a creamy, crustless dessert hailing from the Basque region of Spain, known for its rich flavor and caramelized top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Sprinkle in the flour and fold gently until just incorporated.
- Line a pan with parchment paper, making sure there’s overhang on all sides.
- Pour the batter into the lined pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the top is deep bronze and the center jiggles slightly.
- Allow to cool, then chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting to prevent lumps in the cheesecake. Don’t worry about cracks; they add to the rustic charm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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