Experience the allure of the Rustic Basque Burnt Cheesecake, a dessert that's as simple as it is sophisticated, with its signature caramelized top and sumptuous, velvety center.
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake:
500g cream cheese, the base of our creamy canvas
4 whole eggs, the binders of flavor
120g sugar, sweet as a gentle whisper
1.5 tablespoons of vanilla extract, the scent of comfort
Juice of half an organic lemon, the bright note in our symphony
20g cornstarch, the subtle structure
290g cream, the liquid luxury
For the Optional Chocolate Sauce:
100g dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces of potential
80ml cream, the velvety river
Method:
Begin by whisking the cream cheese with sugar until they're just combined, about 20 seconds, enough to introduce them properly.
Pour in the vanilla extract like a dream being remembered.
Add the eggs, one by one, mixing thoroughly after each to ensure a smooth incorporation.
Blend the cornstarch with cream to avoid any floury lumps, then introduce this mixture to the bowl.
Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon, just enough to lift the flavors.
Heat your oven to a fiery 240°C, preparing for the transformation. Line a 20 cm round baking pan with parchment, like dressing it in silk.
Gently pour the batter into the pan, and coax out any air bubbles with a few soft taps.
Bake for 30 minutes, until the top is bronzed like the setting sun.
Allow the cheesecake to cool for 4-5 hours, a period of rest for the flavors to mature.
For the optional Chocolate Sauce:
Heat the cream until it whispers of a simmer.
Add the chocolate, stirring until the mixture is seamless and glossy.
Let the sauce cool just a bit, enough to thicken slightly.
Serve the cheesecake in its rustic glory, perhaps drizzled with the optional chocolate sauce, or let it stand proud and unadorned. This Basque Burnt Cheesecake promises a sensory journey through the rolling hills of flavor — from the slightly bitter char on its surface to the tangy, sweet core. Enjoy this masterpiece and savor each creamy bite! 👩🏻🍳🍰🔥
