Basque Cheesecake
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Basque cheesecake, a dessert known for its creamy texture and beautifully caramelized top. This easy-to-make delight captures the essence of Spain with every bite, making it perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive celebrations. With its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth goodness, this cheesecake is sure to become your go-to dessert that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp (15g) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time while mixing on low speed. Then mix in the heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- Sift in the flour gently and fold it into the mixture without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For an added twist, incorporate lemon zest or replace some cream cheese with mascarpone for extra richness. Top with fresh berries or crushed nuts just before serving for added texture and flavor.