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san sebastian cheesecake (basque burnt cheesecake)

A rich and creamy crustless cheesecake originating from the Basque region of Spain. Unlike traditional cheesecakes, this version is baked at a high temperature to create a caramelized, deep golden-brown exterior while maintaining a decadent, custard-like center. This rustic cake is famous for its 'burnt' look and incredibly smooth texture.

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dessertSpanish12 servingsvegetarian
San Sebastian Cheesecake (Basque Burnt Cheesecake) - Image 1
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20
prep (min)
50
cook (min)
70
total (min)
  • 1000 grams cream cheese, room temperature
  • 350 grams granulated sugar
  • 7 items large eggs
  • 500 ml heavy cream (double cream)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 30 grams cake flour or all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp salt