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San Sebastian Burnt Basque Cheesecake Recipe 🤩

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Basque Cheesecake

Cultural Context

Originating from the Basque Country in Spain, Basque cheesecake is celebrated for its unique burnt top and creamy interior. Traditionally, it was a simple dessert made by local bakers, but it has gained international acclaim for its rich flavor and texture. Today, variations abound, with many adding different flavors or toppings, yet the classic remains a beloved choice for cheesecake lovers.

SpanishESBasque Countrydessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
330g Cream Cheese
150g heavy cream
100g powdered sugar/ icing sugar/
10g flour
1 tspn vanilla essence
2 large eggs

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta provides a lighter texture with less fat

1

Whisk/ Beat all the above ingredients well together in a bowl, until everything is smooth & well combined.

2

Pour the batter into a mold lined with butter paper.

3

Bake at 200C for 50-55 min. Or until the cheesecake is brown from the top & jiggly in the middle.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

moldbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Burnt CheesecakeSan Sebastián Cheesecake
Local Name: Tarta de queso vasca

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