Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan
A rich, creamy, and caramelized Burnt Basque Cheesecake made conveniently in a loaf pan. This crustless cheesecake features a deeply caramelized top and a custard-like center, baked at a high temperature for a signature burnt look and flavor.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (6-8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring it comes up the sides for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar and beat until well incorporated and smooth.
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Pour in the heavy cream, salt, and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
- Sift in the flour and mix just until incorporated, ensuring a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is deeply browned and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature in the pan, then refrigerate for several hours or overnight to set.
- Remove from the pan, slice, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a more caramelized top, use the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
- This cheesecake is best served after chilling overnight for the flavors to develop.
- Use a food processor or hand mixer for extra smooth batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: burnt basque cheesecake, loaf pan cheesecake, crustless cheesecake, spanish cheesecake