Classic Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Wonderfully creamy with a beautifully caramelized top and edges, this Classic Burnt Basque Cheesecake is surprisingly easy to make and absolutely delicious. It's a showstopper dessert with a unique slightly burnt flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds cream cheese softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each until just combined.
- Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour and salt until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the top is dark brown and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove from pan, peel away parchment, and serve chilled.