Burnt Basque Cheesecake (Eggless & With Eggs)
Burnt Basque Cheesecake is a rich, creamy dessert known for its signature caramelized top and custardy center. Whether made with eggs or in an eggless version, this cheesecake is baked at a high temperature to achieve its iconic burnt exterior and soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture. Originating from the Basque region of Spain, it's a rustic yet elegant treat that requires no crust and minimal ingredients. Its slightly smoky flavor, creamy interior, and golden-brown top make it a show-stopping dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
With Egg Recipe
- Cream Cheese (क्रीम चीज) – 400 gms/ 1⅔ cup
- Sugar, fine grain (बारीक चीनी) – 150 gm ¾ cup
- Vanilla Flavouring (वैनिला) – 1 tsp
- Eggs (अंडे) – 3 nos
- All Purpose Flour (मैदा) – 15 gm / 2 tbsp
- Cornstarch (कॉर्नस्टार्च) – 5 gm / 2 tsp
- Cream, अनस्वीटेंड (क्रीम) – 300 ml / 1¼ cup
Eggless Burnt Basque Cheesecake
- Cream Cheese – 2 cups 500 gm
- Condensed Milk (कंडेंस्ड मिल्क) – ½ cup
- Sugar, fine grain (बारीक चीनी) – 2½ tbsp
- Hung Curd (गाड़ा दही) – 185 gm/ ¾ cup
- Cornstarch (कॉर्नस्टार्च) – 1 tbsp
- All Purpose Flour (मैदा) – 2 tbsp
- Vanilla Flavouring (वैनिला) – 1 tsp
- Cream, unsweetened (क्रीम) – 6 tbsp
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 240°C (464°F) for 30 minutes. Line a 6-inch round pan with butter paper.Combine cream cheese, fine-grain sugar, and vanilla flavoring in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add eggs to the mixture one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next one.In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Add this dry mixture to the cream cheese mixture and mix until well combined.Pour in the unsweetened cream and continue mixing until you achieve a smooth batter. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake at 240°C (464°F) for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and has a burnt appearance.Once baked, remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 5 hours before serving to allow it to set.Once chilled, remove from the refrigerator, slice, and serve. Enjoy your delicious Burnt Basque Cheesecake!
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, condensed milk, fine-grain sugar, and hung curd. Mix until smooth and well combined. Sift in cornstarch and all-purpose flour, gradually stirring to avoid lumps.Add vanilla flavoring and mix until the batter is smooth. Gently fold in the unsweetened cream until well incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.Bake in the preheated oven at 200°C for approximately 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and has a burnt appearance.
- Once baked, let the cheesecake cool to room temperature. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 5 hours before serving to allow it to set.Once chilled, remove from the refrigerator, slice, and serve. Enjoy your delicious Eggless Burnt Basque Cheesecake!
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