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Basque Burnt Cheesecake

An easy-to-follow recipe for traditional Basque burnt cheesecake, featuring a deeply browned crust and rich, custard-like center without the need for a water bath.

Level Medium Prep 15 min Cook 55 min Servings 8 Score 4.9/10

Ready in

70 min

Makes 8 servings

Prep 15m

Cook 55m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An easy-to-follow recipe for traditional Basque burnt cheesecake, featuring a deeply browned crust and rich, custard-like center without the need for a water bath.

An iconic crustless cheesecake with a dark caramelized exterior and a velvety, custard-like core.

Ingredients

Servings

Units

32 oz cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
4 pieces large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup heavy whipping cream (room temperature)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

9-inch springform pan Essential for easy removal
Parchment paper Two large sheets for lining
Electric hand mixer or stand mixer For smooth batter

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with two sheets of parchment paper, ensuring it hangs generously over the edges.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl.
Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing just until combined.
Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring gently until the batter is completely uniform and silky.
Pour the batter into the prepared parchment-lined pan.
Bake for 50-55 minutes until the top is deeply caramelized (almost dark brown/burnt) and the center still jiggles significantly when shaken.
55 min
Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature in the pan; it will sink significantly as it cools. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories 410

Protein 7g

Carbs 24g

Fat 33g

Fiber 0g

Sugar 21g

Sodium 220mg

Serving Size 1 slice

Cooking Timeline

Prep 15 min

Cook 55 min

Total 70 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.5 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.8
Presentation 9.5
Nutrition 6.5
Value 9.5
Instructions 9.5
Ingredients 9.5
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 9.0
Would Make Again 9.5

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

A foolproof, incredibly decadent cheesecake that delivers restaurant-quality texture and flavor.

Pros

No water bath required
Crustless and easy to assemble
Luxuriously creamy texture

Cons

Requires chilling time before serving

Overview

An iconic crustless cheesecake with a dark caramelized exterior and a velvety, custard-like core.

AI Insights

Summary

An easy-to-follow recipe for traditional Basque burnt cheesecake, featuring a deeply browned crust and rich, custard-like center without the need for a water bath.

Tips

Ensure all cold ingredients like cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to avoid lumps
Do not skip lining the pan with excess parchment paper, as the batter rises high during baking
Serve at room temperature for the creamiest texture