Basque Cheesecake
Known for its “burnt” top, the look of Basque cheesecake gets people talking. The ingredients used to make Basque cheesecake are the same ingredients to make regular cheesecake except for one. This cheesecake has the addition of flour to help prevent the protein in the egg from thickening too much. As a result, the texture of the basque cheesecake isn’t dense like normal cheesecake. Instead, the filling is much smoother and creamier.
Once you cut through that “burnt” layer, your knife will sink into silky, creamy goodness. People often ask me what it tastes like, and I always say it tastes similar to creme brûlée. Cheesecake is one of my all-time favorite desserts and I love all the different flavor combinations you can use when you make one! And if you really want to get creative, instead of making a traditional cheesecake, make individual mini cheesecakes, or even cheesecake bars. All of them are major crowd pleasers!
Ingredients:
- 2 Pounds Cream Cheese Room Temperature
- 1 ½ Cups Granulated Sugar
- 6 Large eggs Room Temperature
- 2 Cups Heavy Cream
- ¼ Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 ½ Teaspoons Vanilla Extract