Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds (900g) cream cheese, room temperature

• 1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar

• 6 large eggs

• 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: 425°F (220°C). Line a 10-inch springform pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang.

2. Mix Cream Cheese & Sugar: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.

3. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.

4. Add Cream, Salt, Vanilla: Pour in heavy cream, salt, and vanilla; beat until smooth.

5. Add Flour: Sift in flour and mix until fully incorporated.

6. Bake: Pour batter into the lined pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until deeply golden brown on top and slightly jiggly in the center.

7. Cool & Chill: Let cool to room temp, then chill in the fridge for several hours (or overnight) for best texture.