The most deliciousFood-TrendAmong the desserts is called Burnt Basque Cheesecake! The original recipe comes from the Basque Country and is so delicious that the whole world is talking about it. At first glance, the cake may look like it has been in the oven for too long. However, it was precisely this effect that was specifically achieved. The burnt crust that the cheesecake has is somewhat reminiscent of crème brûlée and gives the dessert a subtle caramel note. A Basque cheesecake does not require much skill in the kitchen and can be made well by even beginners. We reveal the recipe for this delicious cheesecake in the article!
Food trend: Basque-style “burnt” cheesecake
You will fall in love with this cheesecake! It has no base, but has a browned crust that tastes like caramel. In addition, the burnt cheesecake is incredibly creamy and light - a real treat. Basque cheesecake is the specialty of a bar in the Spanish Basque Country, where its name comes from. The main ingredients for its preparation are cream cheese, sugar, eggs and cream. Flour is used as a binding agent, so the texture is somewhere between creamy and firm. Thanks to theThe cheesecake is made with creamvery soft and supple.
The Basque cheesecake is baked at a high temperature. In this way, the cake rises quickly, its surface browns, and as it cools, it collapses again, creating the characteristic sunken, brown center. The jagged edge is also part of the magic and is created using the folded baking paper in the baking pan. The “burnt” crust has a caramelized, slightly bitter flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweet, soft filling.
Compared to oneclassic cheesecakethe Basque cheesecake looks more like a failed attempt. The bottom is missing, the crust is burnt and there are cracks all over the surface and around the edge. At first glance, even a professional chef might say that the temperature was too high or that the cake wasn't baked in a water bath. However, once you try the cheesecake, you quickly forget the criticism of its appearance. So this recipe is clear proof that you shouldn't judge only by appearance. Still don't believe us? Then try the recipe yourself!
Basque cheesecake recipe
Although the inventors of the Basque cheesecake keep their original recipe secret, there are already many interpretations online that look almost as good as the original. Would you also like to prepare the trend cake? The following recipe is really simple and works well even for newbies in the kitchen. The cream cheese mixture is prepared in just under 5 minutes and the best thing is that you almost can't go wrong with this cheesecake.
Ingredients for a 26 cm springform pan:
1 kilogram of cream cheese, double cream (at room temperature)
350 grams of sugar
6 eggs, size L
500 Milliliter Stage
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
40 grams of flour
Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees fan. Line the springform pan with 2 overlapping sheets of baking paper, making sure that the paper is at least 5 centimeters above the edge of the springform pan on all sides. The paper has to be folded in places to fit the round shape, which doesn't create a clean, smooth edge for the cake. That is also the desired effect. Place the springform pan on a baking tray.
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar at low to medium speed until the sugar is completely dissolved and there are no lumps, about 2 minutes.
Increase the speed a little and add the eggs one at a time. Beat each egg for about 15 seconds before adding the next one.
Return speed to low and add cream, salt and vanilla. Mix for about 30 seconds until everything is well combined.
Turn off the mixer and sift the flour evenly over the cream cheese mixture. Mix on low speed until the flour is incorporated, 15-30 seconds, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary. The resulting mass should be very smooth, homogeneous and silky.
Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared springform pan and smooth it out. Bake the cheesecake for about 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, until the top is evenly browned. The middle can remain wobbly.
Allow the cheesecake to cool briefly (it will collapse dramatically as it cools), then remove it from the tin. Carefully peel the baking paper away from the sides of the cake. Cut the cake into pieces and serve.
Tip: For perfect pieces with a clean edge, dip the knife in hot water and wipe dry before cutting a piece.
Variations on the Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Just like any other dessert, you can experiment with Basque cheesecake. For example, if you don't want to wait more than an hour for the cake to be ready, you canPrepare in small format. The smaller the springform pan in which the cheesecake is baked, the quicker it will be ready. The baking time should therefore be adjusted.
A Basque cheesecake, for example, can also be prepared gluten-free by replacing the flour with a gluten-free alternative. With matcha powder, on the other hand, you can give the cake a greenish color and a pleasant aroma.
This recipe is a specialty in itself, but you can refine it as desired. For example, if you want to prepare the cheesecake for a birthday, then fresh fruit is perfect for garnishing. A suitable sauce, for example fruity, can also wonderfully round off the taste of the cake.
Small format Basque cheesecake
Burnt cheesecake with fresh fruit and whipped cream
Also suitable for a celebration: Basque cheesecake decorated with fruit as a dessert
