Basque cheesecake

Name: Basque cheesecake
Prep time: 100 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Española
Ingredients: 500 grams cream cheese, at room temperature; 3/4 cups sugar; 4 San Juan® eggs; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 cup whipping cream; orange zest

Huevo San Juan®

The cheesecake, also known as cheesecake or cheese pie, is one of the most popular desserts worldwide, as it is easy, quick, and very rewarding. However, in recent years, the Basque cheesecake has gone viral on social media, as its flavor is unmatched, and it's one of those dessert recipes that everyone wants to perfect.

So if you also want to make this Basque cheesecake recipe at home, we have great news, as we will teach you how to make this typical dessert from the San Sebastián region of Spain, step by step with ingredients that you probably already have in your refrigerator. It will be very creamy inside with a golden crust!

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 04-08-2023

Preparation

40 mins

Low

In a bowl, mix the cream cheese with the sugar using a whisk to blend and eliminate any lumps in the Basque cheesecake mixture. Add the San Juan® eggs one by one, continuing to whisk vigorously. Then, incorporate the cornstarch and finally pour in the heavy cream and orange zest. Set aside. Line a mold with parchment paper, pour the mixture for the Basque cheesecake, and bake at 220 °C for 40 minutes. Let it cool, unmold, and set aside the cheesecake. Serve the Basque cheesecake and accompany it with a cup of coffee.