Classic Basque Cheesecake Recipe By Tasty Recipes

CLASSIC CREAMY CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Grease a 10-inch (25 cm) springform pan with nonstick spray. Line the inside edges of the pan with parchment paper.
• In the bowl of a food processor, combine the graham crackers, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and the melted butter. Pulse to combine until the texture is similar to wet sand.
• Press the graham cracker crumbs into the prepared pan, using a measuring cup to compact in even layer.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool to room temperature.
• Once cool, line the sides of the springform pan with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, remaining 2 cups (400 G) of sugar, and the salt. Using an electric hand mixer, blend until well-combined and fluffy.
• Add the heavy cream and beat to incorporate.
• Add the sour cream, flour, salt, and vanilla bean seeds, and beat to combine.
• Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and mix until fully combined, making sure not to over-beat. The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
• Pour the cream cheese mixture into the cooled crust.
• Wrap the outside of the springform pan tightly with foil and place the pan in a large baking dish. Fill the dish with 1 inch (2 cm) of boiling water.
• Gently transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for 1 hour.
• Without opening the oven door, turn off the heat and let the cheesecake rest for 1 hour.
• Remove the springform pan from the baking dish and unwrap the foil. Run a paring knife gently around the outside of the cheesecake to loosen it from the sides of the pan.
• Cover the pan with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator overnight.
• Remove the cheesecake from the refrigerator and release the springform pan. Remove the parchment paper lining.
• Top with fresh berries, if desired.
• Dip a knife into hot water for clean slices, then slice and serve.
• Enjoy!

BASQUE CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Line a circular, 15 inch pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 220°C.
• In a bowl, whisk the cream cheese slowly until smooth.
• In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add them to the cream cheese incrementally and mix slowly until well-combined.
• Carefully add the flour to the mixture and fold the flour into the mixture. Then, strain the mixture and transfer to your prepared pan.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes (the top will look a little brown/toasted) and transfer to a cooling rack.
• Serve.

BASQUE CHEESECAKE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer, or in a large bowl with a wooden spoon, beat the cream cheese until soft and pliable. Add the sugar and beat until fully mixed. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well between each addition.
• In a separate bowl, stir together the sour cream and heavy cream.
• In another (small) bowl, mix the corn starch and salt together, then stir this through the creams, before adding to the cream cheese mixture. Beat well.
• Line a 8-inch baking tin with a piece of baking paper, large enough to line the base and come right up over the edges. Use a bowl to hold it in place while you cut another large piece of baking paper. Lay the second sheet the opposite way on top, forming a cross with the first piece so the tin is completely covered with paper. You want the paper coming over the top of the tin, as this will help you to lift the baked cheesecake out. It's important that there are no holes in the paper lining, as this would cause the mix to leak and make a mess in the bottom of the oven.
• Make sure the paper is securely in place, then pour the cheesecake mixture into the tin. Put the tin on a baking tray and place in the middle of the oven.
• Bake for 45-50 minutes until dark on top and puffy. It might crack a little around the edges, which is fine. It should be jiggly in the middle, though.
• Remove from the oven and serve warm, or allow to cool completely before placing in the fridge overnight (this will lend a perfectly creamy texture). The next day, cut and serve.