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Indulgent Burnt Basque Cheesecake

A rich, crustless cheesecake with a deeply caramelized top and ultra-creamy center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: European, Spanish
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Batter
  • 32 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
  3. Mix in heavy cream and vanilla.
  4. Add flour and salt until just combined.
  5. Bake at high temperature until deeply golden with a jiggly center.

Notes

Center will set further as the cheesecake cools and chills.