Basque style cheesecake

With a dark, blistered exterior that gives way to a meltingly smooth and creamy interior, the Basque-Style Cheesecake is a deceptively simple dessert unlike any other.

This Basque cheesecake proves that you can't judge a dessert by appearances alone. Beneath its blistered, blackened exterior, you’ll find a meltingly smooth and creamy interior that just may ruin you for other cheesecakes forever. Developed by Santiago Rivera (chef and owner of La Viña in San Sebastian, Spain) this unique crustless cake, with its distinctly dark top, appears in various forms in American restaurants and around the internet; our version here was adapted from several different…

Chef Dave Beran figured out how to make the perfect burnt Basque cheesecake with only five ingredients. You'll be amazed at how something so simple can taste so complex.

The simplest things in life don’t need to be boring, a creamy light cheesecake filled with delicious vanilla, the perfect dessert for those looking for a crowd pleaser or catering for the und…

This rustic San Sebastian Cheesecake couldn't be any easier to make. With a smooth creamy centre and caramelised outer crust, this cheesecake is surprisingly simple to make.

Here is a sneak peek of a recipe in my new cookbook "The World's Easiest Recipes - Volume 5 - 5 Ingredients" due out 2 October 2024.Basque cheesecake is a Spanish dessert that is lighter in texture compared to the classic New York cheesecake. It’s rich, gooey and slightly caramelised around the edges. It truly is heaven on a plate! I like to serve this with plain yoghurt and fresh berries to help balance out the richness. It can be made a day or two in advance, so it’s perfect for…

Chef Dave Beran figured out how to make the perfect burnt Basque cheesecake with only five ingredients. You'll be amazed at how something so simple can taste so complex.

Loaf Pan Basque Cheesecake is a delightful adaptation of the traditional Basque Cheesecake, baked in a loaf pan to create a unique, rectangular shape. This version maintains the iconic rustic, caramelized exterior and creamy interior that Basque Cheesecake is known for. The cheesecake is crafted from a simple mixture of cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and cream, often enhanced with vanilla or other flavorings to add depth. Unlike other cheesecakes, it is intentionally baked at a high temperature…

Who says cheesecake needs to be fussy? This version has just five ingredients, an easy method, and a sweet backstory. With just five ingredients, a few simple steps, and keeping a close eye on temperatures, this crustless cheesecake is baked in a springform pan in a hot oven (no fussy water bath) and yields a cake that delights with its lightly caramelized exterior and ultracreamy interior. It strikes a perfect balance of milky, tangy, and sweet, with hints of warmth and bitterness from the…

This is not an authentic Basque cheesecake. It is my interpretation of a burnt Basque-style cheesecake with the addition of a vanilla cookie crust bottom.