Japanese Basque Burnt Cheesecake
A quick and easy cheesecake with a deeply caramelized burnt exterior and a silky, custard-like center. This dessert is simple to make with pantry staples and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tbsp (15 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line an 8-inch (20 cm) springform pan with parchment paper, extending the paper 2 inches (5 cm) above the rim.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy, about 3 to 5 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is shiny and slightly thick but still pourable.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then gently fold in the flour with a spatula. Avoid overmixing.
- Optionally stir in lemon juice for a subtle tang.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
- Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 50 to 55 minutes until the top is deep golden brown with some darker spots.
- Check for doneness: the center should wobble slightly when shaken gently.
- Cool the cheesecake in the pan for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove from pan and peel off parchment gently before slicing. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. For a lighter crust, reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) but expect less burnt effect. Use room temperature eggs and softened cream cheese for best texture. Chill overnight for best slicing and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the cake
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 26
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 6
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