Description
This Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan is a creamy, rich dessert with a beautifully charred top that provides a perfect contrast to its silky smooth interior.
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 cups cream cheese
softened (full-fat)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
room temperature
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the room temperature eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then stir until well combined.
- Fold in the salt and all-purpose flour until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is deeply caramelized and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, sliced into pieces.
Notes
For best results, ensure your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. The cheesecake is best served after a night in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Burnt Basque Cheesecake, Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan, Easy Cheesecake Recipe, American Dessert