Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan! This rich, creamy dessert features a beautifully caramelized top that contrasts perfectly with its custard-like center. Ideal for celebrations or cozy nights in, this easy-to-follow recipe requires minimal ingredients and offers maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes about 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups cream cheese (full-fat), softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ 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 bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt; blend until silky smooth.
- Sift in the flour gently and fold until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and tap lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center jiggles slightly.
- Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg