5-Min Burnt Basque Cheesecake with Strawberry
No-bake creamy cheesecake topped with caramelized edges and fresh strawberry swirl—done in 5 minutes. Tastes like the viral Spanish dessert, zero oven required.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 5g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine cream cheese, mascarpone, sour cream, honey, and vanilla in a bowl.
Step 2
Whip until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute—no lumps.
Step 3
Divide between serving bowls or small jars, mounding gently in the center.
Step 4
Scatter strawberries over the top, pressing lightly into the cheesecake.
Step 5
Torch the surface lightly with a kitchen torch until edges are deep golden-brown and slightly blackened.
Step 6
Serve immediately while the caramelized surface is still warm and creamy underneath.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- whisk or electric mixer
- serving bowls or jars (4)
- kitchen torch
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