Basque Cheesecake
Basque Cheesecake
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1H20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Basque
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (about 900g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar gradually, continuing to beat until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
- Sift in the flour and add a pinch of salt, then fold the ingredients together until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the top is dark golden brown.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
For a creamier texture, let the cheesecake sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy with a dusting of powdered sugar or fresh berries on top.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 calories per serving
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