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Basque-style cheesecake

🇪🇸 A dish from Spain

Basque-style cheesecake, a dish from Spain
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Basque cheesecake, also known as cheesecake San Sebastian or burnt Basque cheesecake, is a crustless cheesecake originating from the Basque Country, Spain. It is characterized by a caramelized surface and a creamy, custard-like interior, achieved by baking at high temperatures.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientscream cheese, eggs, sugar, heavy cream, flour
🔥Cooking methodbaked crustless at high temperature
👅Flavour & stylecreamy, custardy, caramelized burnt top
🕒When it’s eatendessert

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Where does Basque-style cheesecake come from?
Basque-style cheesecake is a dish that originated in Spain.
What is Basque-style cheesecake?
Basque cheesecake, also known as cheesecake San Sebastian or burnt Basque cheesecake, is a crustless cheesecake originating from the Basque Country, Spain. It is characterized by a caramelized surface and a creamy, custard-like interior, achieved by baking at high temperatures.