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15-Min Basque Burnt Cheesecake

A viral Spanish-inspired cheesecake baked until the edges char and the center stays creamy. Made in a skillet with zero fuss—ready in 10 minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
342
Protein
6g
15-Min Basque Burnt Cheesecake
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 450°F.

  2. Step 2

    Blend cream cheese, heavy cream, egg, sugar, and vanilla until completely smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Melt butter in a 6-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat, then pour batter in.

  4. Step 4

    Bake until edges are deep brown and charred, center jiggles slightly, ~8 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Cool 2 minutes in the pan, then slide onto a plate.

Tools you’ll need

  • 6-inch cast iron skillet or small oven-safe baking dish
  • blender
  • oven

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