Easy Basque Burnt Cheesecake Recipe

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Easy Basque Burnt Cheesecake Recipe 🧀

A Heartwarming Homemade Treat for My Daughter

It all started when I bought a Basque burnt cheesecake for my husband's birthday this year. It was rich, creamy, and had that signature caramelized top that melts in your mouth. But the surprise? My youngest daughter — who’s not even big on sweets — loved it. She’s currently in boarding school and only comes home once a week, but recently, she’s been craving that same cheesecake.

So this week, knowing she’s coming home Friday evening, I decided to surprise her with a homemade Basque burnt cheesecake — made with love, a few tweaks, and using what I had in my kitchen.

🧁 Why This Recipe Works (and What Makes It Special)

• ✅ No heavy cream: I used full-fat Greek yogurt as a substitute — and it turned out deliciously creamy with a slight tang.

• ✅ Blender method: I used my blender to mix the cream cheese and other ingredients — super quick and smooth!

• ✅ Burnt top perfection: I added 10 extra minutes of oven time to achieve that deep golden, slightly charred top we all love.

🍰 Easy Basque Burnt Cheesecake Recipe (Serves 6–8)

📋 Ingredients:

1. * 500g cream cheese (room temperature)

2. * 200g granulated sugar (1 cup)

3. * 4 large eggs (room temperature)

4. * 250ml plain full-fat Greek yogurt (as a substitute for heavy cream)

5. * 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

6. * 1/4 tsp salt

7. * 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

🔧 Equipment:

1. * 8-inch round cake pan or springform

2. * Parchment paper

3. * Blender (or hand/stand mixer)

4. * diy cheesecake box

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. 1. Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F). Line the pan with parchment paper, allowing the edges to overhang for that rustic look.

2. 2. Blend all ingredients: In a blender, combine the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, yogurt, vanilla, salt, and flour. Blend until silky smooth (about 30 seconds).

3. 3. Pour into pan and gently tap to remove bubbles.

4. 4. Bake for 45 minutes, then add 10 more minutes to get that signature burnt top. The center should still jiggle slightly.

5. 5. Cool at room temperature, then chill for 4 hours or overnight before slicing. (Though I’ll admit, a warm slice is hard to resist!)

💡 Tips:

• * The blender method makes cleanup easy and the batter super smooth.

• * Greek yogurt gives a lighter, slightly tangy finish. If using cream instead, expect a richer bite.

• * The added baking time brings out the caramel notes and burnt edges — don’t skip it!

❤️ A Sweet Ending (Or Beginning!)

I can't wait to see the smile on my daughter's face when she walks through the door this Friday. Homemade doesn’t just mean saving a few pesos — it means memories, love, and the comfort of something warm waiting at home.

Whether you’re baking this for a loved one or just craving something special, this Basque burnt cheesecake with yogurt is the perfect easy treat to try.