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Indulgent Burnt Basque Cheesecake (Easy Loaf Pan Recipe)

A rich, crustless burnt Basque cheesecake baked in a loaf pan with a caramelized top and creamy custard center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Batter
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs large
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
  5. Mix in heavy cream, vanilla, and salt.
  6. Fold in flour until just combined.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake 40–45 minutes until deeply golden on top and jiggly in center.
  9. Cool at room temperature before slicing and serving.

Notes

Cheesecake will deflate as it cools — this is normal and desired.