Velvety, creamy center with a caramelized top—every bite melts into pure, indulgent perfection!
Total Time
50 mins
Ratings
4.8 from 12 votes
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Servings:
8
Description
San Sebastian Cheesecake is a creamy, crustless cheesecake with a caramelized top. it's baked until golden brown for a rich, velvety dessert.
Ingredients
680g double cream cheese (Philadelphia)
430g heavy cream
5 eggs
180g sugar
3tbsp vanilla extract
30g cornstarch
1/2 lemon
100g cocoa drops (to pour on top when serving)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Cream Cheese MixtureIn a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and sugar. Use a hand mixer to blend until the sugar is fully dissolved.
2
Add the EggsAdd the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully combined.
3
Incorporate the heavy creamAdd the cream while mixing continuously.
4
Add Dry and Flavoring IngredientsSift the cornstarch into the mixture and mix until completely incorporated. Add the lemon juice and vanilla extract, and mix well.
5
Sift the cream cheeseSift the cream cheese mixture into another bowl to ensure there are no lumps.
6
Prepare the Springform PanLine a 20 cm springform pan with baking paper. Wet the rounds of the springform pan so that the baking paper sticks, which helps prevent cracking on the sides.
7
Bake the CheesecakePlace the cheesecake in the middle of the oven and bake for 35 to 37 minutes. Let the cheesecake cool completely to room temperature before serving.
Note: If the cheesecake does not gradually brown on top, you can rotate it after 20 minutes.