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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 ultra-creamy center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
  4. Mix in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
  5. Sift in flour and fold gently just until incorporated.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake 30–35 minutes until the top is deeply caramelized and the center jiggles slightly.
  8. Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before slicing.

Notes

Cheesecake will deflate slightly as it cools—this is normal.