Indulgent Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan Recipe
This Indulgent Burnt Basque Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan offers a rich, creamy texture with a delectably caramelized top. Its indulgent flavor, achieved with full-fat cream cheese and a hint of salt, paired with luscious whipped cream, fresh berries, and caramel sauce, makes it a perfect dessert to delight any cheesecake lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 60 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese (Room temperature)
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs (At room temperature)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (Can substitute with lighter cream)
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Gluten-free alternatives work)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For Serving
- 1 cup Whipped Cream
- 1 cup Fresh Berries
- 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce
Instructions
- Preparation Steps: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it thoroughly and lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the granulated sugar until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time into the cream cheese mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Fold in Remaining Ingredients: Gently fold in the heavy cream, all-purpose flour, and salt, blending until just combined to maintain airiness in the batter.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the top is a deep golden brown with a slight jiggle remaining at the center, indicating a creamy interior.
- Cool: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature until it is no longer warm.
- Chill: Transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to achieve the perfect set texture.
- Serve: Slice the cheesecake and serve topped with whipped cream, fresh berries, and drizzled caramel sauce for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Room temperature ingredients ensure a smoother batter and better baking results.
- The slight jiggle in the center after baking indicates the ideal creamy texture inside.
- Use gluten-free flour if avoiding gluten for a safe alternative.
- Chilling overnight enhances flavor and texture significantly.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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