This no crust burnt Basque cheesecake is the easiest cheesecake ever. It is perfectly caramelized on the top and edges, creamy yet firm on the inside, and so delicious with every bite. This one bowl recipe takes just a handful of ingredients and few minutes of prep. So so easy.
What is a Burnt Basque Cheesecake?
A burnt basque cheesecake is a cheesecake originating in Spain. It is made without a traditional cheesecake crust, and instead has a burnt or caramelized top and edges, which acts as its natural crust.
Ingredients
- cream cheese
- heavy cream
- granulated sugar - you can also substitute with brown sugar.
- all purpose flour
- vanilla extract
- lemon juice - just a touch.
- eggs
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, a mixing bowl, a hand mixer (or stand mixer), parchment paper, and a round 8-inch springform pan.
How to Make the Best Easy Burnt Basque Cheesecake
First, preheat your oven to 425 F, and line a round 8-inch springform pan with 2 pieces of overlapping parchment paper,. Make sure the parchment paper covers the entire pan including the sides and bottom.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer (or stand mixer) to beat cream cheese, heavy cream, sugar, flour, vanilla extract and lemon juice together until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until just blended. Do not overmix to avoid cracking during baking.
Pour filling into the prepared pan. Knock the side of the pan a few times to release trapped air bubbles. Bake for 55 minutes until the top turns burnt brown. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for an hour, allowing it to reduce the temperature slowly. This helps prevent the cheesecake from cracking due to shrinkage.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 8 hours) to cool down and solidify. Cheesecake tastes better the next day after been refrigerated. To serve, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and parchment paper. Transfer to a serving dish and slice.
More Cheesecake Recipes
- Classic New York Cheesecake
- Healthier Caramel Apple Fall Cheesecake
- Creamy Mango Cheesecake
- Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Topping
- Caramel Cheesecake Brownies
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Recipe
Easy No Crust Burnt Basque Cheesecake
- Total Time: 9 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 (8-inch) cheesecake
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Easy no crust burnt Basque cheesecake is the easiest one bowl recipe. It is perfectly caramelized on the top and edges and creamy yet firm on the inside.
Ingredients
- 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese (450 grams total)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- ¼ cup all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Line an 8-inch round springform pan with 2 pieces of overlapping parchment paper. Make sure the parchment paper covers the entire pan including the sides and bottom.
- In a large bowl, use a mixer to beat cream cheese, heavy cream, sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and lemon juice together until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until just blended (do not overmix to avoid cracking during baking).
- Pour filling into the prepared pan. Knock the side of the pan a few times to release trapped air bubbles.
- Bake for 55 minutes until the top turns burnt brown. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for an hour, allowing it to reduce the temperature slowly. This helps prevent the cheesecake from cracking due to shrinkage.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 8 hours) to cool down and solidify. Cheesecake tastes better the next day after been refrigerated.
- To serve, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and parchment paper. Transfer to a serving dish and slice.
Notes
Equipment used: measuring cups and spoons, a mixing bowl, a hand mixer (or stand mixer), parchment paper, and a round 8-inch springform pan.
Optional: add ½ cup of plain yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+8 hours cooling time)
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Cake
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Melanie C says
Wow, this sounds delicious. I'm a cheesecake freak and I haven't ever heard of this type before. I'll be trying this recipe this weekend!
Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says
Thanks Melanie! Let me know how it goes!
Debbie says
This no crust Burnt Basque cheesecake not only sounds delicious it sounds pretty easy, as far as cheesecakes go. I love the idea of one bowl desserts! Very simple ingredients for a wonderful dessert .
Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says
Thanks Debbie! It is seriously the easiest cheesecake I've made!