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san sebastián cheesecake

San Sebastián Cheesecake

Creamy and rich San Sebastián cheesecake with a burnt top and soft center, easy to make and perfect for a unique, indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cool time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Spanish / Basque-inspired
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 600 g cream cheese, room temperature
  • 300 ml heavy cream
  • 250 g granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pan or springform pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a springform pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time.
  4. Fold in flour and heavy cream gently.
  5. Bake 50–60 minutes until top is dark golden.
  6. Cool at room temperature, then chill before serving.

Notes

This San Sebastián Cheesecake delivers a rich, creamy, and caramelized dessert without a crust. The iconic slightly burnt top adds depth of flavor, while the interior remains luxuriously smooth. Perfect for dinner parties, holidays, or any indulgent treat, this easy Basque-style cheesecake is guaranteed to impress with minimal effort.