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Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Creamy Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan Delight

Discover the indulgent Burnt Basque Cheesecake with its creamy center and caramelized top—a delightful treat perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake
  • 16 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Use block-style for better blending.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Ensure it dissolves well.
  • 3 large Eggs Use at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with lighter cream.
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free alternatives may be used.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream For serving.
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries Offers a fresh contrast.
  • ½ cup Caramel Sauce For drizzling.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and line the loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sugar. Blend until smooth.
  3. Crack in eggs one at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition.
  4. Fold in the heavy cream, flour, and salt until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  6. Bake for approximately 45 minutes until golden on top, allowing the center to jiggle.
  7. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For optimal results, chill the batter before baking and use room temperature eggs for smoother incorporation.

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