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Crispy Basque Cheesecake with Berries

A viral TikTok take on Basque burnt cheesecake — creamy, caramelized edges baked in a skillet, topped with fresh berries and cookie crumbs. Ready in under 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
428
Protein
6g
Crispy Basque Cheesecake with Berries
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oven to 450°F. Butter a 6-8 inch cast iron skillet or small baking dish.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk cream cheese, heavy cream, sugar, egg, and vanilla until completely smooth with no lumps.

  3. Step 3

    Pour batter into skillet. Bake 15-17 minutes until edges are dark caramelized and center jiggles slightly.

  4. Step 4

    Remove from oven and cool 3-5 minutes until surface firms up slightly but top stays creamy.

  5. Step 5

    Top with fresh berries and cookie crumbs while still warm. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 6-8 inch cast iron skillet or small baking dish
  • whisk
  • oven

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