Classic Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Some recipes are all about the elegance in the details. Classic Basque Burnt Cheesecake is a showstopping dessert that will wow your friends and family, from its stunning appearance to that first luxurious bite.

I love making burnt cheesecake. The combination of its flavor and texture combined with the ease of creating it makes it equally suited for a special occasion, or just because.

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Creating memorable moments with food should never be complicated. Classic Basque Burnt Cheesecake is as effortless as it’s delicious.

All recipes are about picking the right ingredients. Whether it’s the perfect springform pan, or the best vanilla, the sum of the parts can separate a good dish from something truly spectacular. I always start my Basque cheesecake by lining my pan with If You Care Parchment Baking Paper.

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Part of what gives burnt cheesecake its distinctive color is baking it at a high heat. Using If You Care Parchment Baking Paper allows the cheesecake to bake evenly without sticking and without having to use any form of aerosol baking spray.

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One of my favorite things about serving this cheesecake is releasing the springform pan and pulling back the parchment paper to reveal that creamy, luscious, silky cheesecake with its deeply bronzed top. I am already anticipating that first slice from the moment I line the pan.

Easy Elegance with Classic Basque Burnt Cheesecake

From mixing to baking, this elegant and indulgent cheesecake comes together with ease. The only difficult part is waiting to cut into it the nest day!

1. Unlike other types of cheesecake this cheesecake bakes at high heat. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
2. The details matter. Butter the spring form with soft butter.
3. Line your springform pan with If You Care Parchment Baking Paper. You want it to have over the top of your pan.
4. Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature. This will allow you to mix your cheesecake together easily and keep it creamy.
5. Add your cream cheese and sugar to a mixing bowl and mix on high for 4-5 minutes until smooth and silky.
6. Slowly incorporate the heavy cream into the batter.
7. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing them in until they incorporate.
8. Mix in the vanilla and a pinch of salt.
9. Use a fine mesh sieve to sprinkle the flour over the top of the batter. Mix until just combined.
10. Pour the batter into the parchment paper lined pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
11. The deeply caramelized top means its done.
12. Allow your cheesecake to refrigerate overnight before slicing. It will still have a little jiggle when you cut into it.

Are you looking for more burnt cheesecake ideas? Make sure you check out my recipe for Blueberry Lemon Burnt Cheesecake.