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Chocolate Basque Cheesecake

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This Chocolate Basque Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and deeply chocolatey with a caramelized top and soft center. Baked without a water bath, it’s rustic, indulgent, and perfect for chocolate lovers.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Spanish-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 380 g cream cheese, softened
  • 100 g castor sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla paste
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 150 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa), melted and slightly cooled
  • 6 g cocoa powder
  • 7 g cornstarch
  • 200 ml heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 230°C. Line a 15 cm round cake pan with parchment paper, letting it rise 5 cm above the rim.
  2. In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese until completely smooth.
  3. Add castor sugar and vanilla, and whisk until creamy and combined.
  4. Whisk in eggs one at a time until smooth after each addition.
  5. Gently whisk in melted dark chocolate until fully incorporated.
  6. Sift cocoa powder and cornstarch into the batter and whisk until combined.
  7. Pour in heavy cream and whisk until smooth and cohesive.
  8. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. Tap to remove air bubbles. Strain if needed for extra smoothness.
  9. Place in oven and immediately reduce temperature to 220°C. Bake for 25 minutes until top is dark and center is jiggly.
  10. Cool completely at room temperature in pan, then refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours.
  11. Before serving, remove from pan and peel off parchment. Let sit at room temp for 30 minutes for a gooey center before slicing.

Notes

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Let the cheesecake chill fully to set the creamy texture.
  • For a softer slice, allow it to sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving.
  • No water bath is needed; the high heat creates the signature top.
  • Use a hot, clean knife for neat slices.

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