Description

This rustic and creamy cheesecake is the opposite of traditional. With a deeply caramelized top and a luxuriously soft center, Basque Burnt Cheesecake is as simple as it is unforgettable. No crust, no water bath, and no stress—just a few basic ingredients and one bold bake. The result? A show-stopping dessert with dramatic flair and incredible depth of flavor. Whether served warm for a softer texture or chilled for a rich, custard-like experience, this cheesecake is guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs (900g) full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
5 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Pinch of salt (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper, making sure it extends above the rim.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Pour in cream and vanilla extract. Mix on low until combined.
Sift in flour and mix just until no lumps remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
Bake for 50–60 minutes or until the top is dark brown and the center still jiggles.
Let cool in the pan for 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Slice with a warm knife and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Always use full-fat block cream cheese for the best texture.
Let ingredients come to room temperature before mixing.
Don’t worry about a cracked or puffed top—it’s part of the charm.
For a deeper caramel flavor, you can bake slightly longer (up to 65 minutes), watching carefully near the end.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8
Calories: 480
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 23g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 190mg