Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Simple Blueberry Basque Cheesecake. With a caramelized top and a lusciously creamy center, this crustless cheesecake is a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake:
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (lightly tossed in 1 teaspoon flour)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a 9-inch springform or round cake pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Prepare Cheesecake Batter: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in cream, vanilla, lemon zest, and flour. Gently fold in blueberries.
- Bake: Pour batter into pan and bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool and Chill: Cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
- This cheesecake is intentionally rustic with a caramelized top and creamy center.
- You can skip the blueberries or use raspberries or cherries instead.
- For best texture, let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
