Golden, beautifully caramelized, and irresistibly creamy in the center. This Burnt Basque Cheesecake is a simple yet indulgent recipe with a signature toasted top and rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
A must-try for cheesecake lovers and a delicious addition to any café menu.
Burnt Basque Cheesecake
| Prep Time | 20 minutes |
| Assembling Time | 6 hours - overnight |
| Total Time | 6 hours - overnight |
| Portion Size | can serve 5 - 7 persons |
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
| Ingredients | QTY | UOM |
| Euro Chef Cream Cheese (room temp) | 300 | g |
| Sugar | 90 | grams |
| Large Eggs | 2 | pcs |
| Heavy Cream | 150 | ml |
| Constarch | 10 | grams |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 | tsp |
| Pinch of salt |
STEPS:
1. Line a 6-inch pan with baking paper (let it overhang)
2. Beat cream cheese until completely smooth, then add sugar
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed only
4. Pour in cream, vanilla, and salt. Mix gently
5. Sift in cornstarch (if using) and combine
6. Strain batter for extra smooth texture
7. Bake at 210°C for 25–30 minutes
Center should still be very jiggly
8. Cool at room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
