Spanish · Dessert
Basque Burnt Cheesecake
A creamy, caramelized cheesecake with a burnt top.
Ingredients
- for greasing the pan Butter or nonstick spray, for greasing the pan
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) Granulated sugar
- 2 lb (32 oz) Cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 Large egg yolk
- 1 3/4 cups (420 ml) Heavy cream
- 3 tbsp (24 g) All-purpose flour
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) with rack in center.
- Grease a 10-inch springform pan and line with parchment paper, extending 2–3 inches above rim.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
- Mix in salt, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Add egg yolk and mix until incorporated.
- Pour in heavy cream and mix until smooth. Add flour and mix on low until combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until top is deeply browned and center slightly wobbles.
- Cool completely on a rack. Cheesecake will rise and then sink slightly.
- Remove springform ring and parchment paper before serving at room temperature.
